Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy in a 14-year-old quarter horse stallion.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2001
- Authors:
- Olsen, T F
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A 14-year-old quarter horse stallion was brought in because he couldn't get up and was lying on his side. The veterinarians diagnosed him with equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy, a serious viral infection that affects the nervous system, after examining his symptoms and ruling out other conditions. Although he showed some quick improvements at first, he continued to have trouble with coordination and also developed a long-term bladder issue due to paralysis. Sadly, after two months of treatment, he was euthanized because his condition did not improve enough.
Abstract
A 14-year-old, quarter horse stallion was presented in lateral recumbency, unable to rise. Equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy was diagnosed, based on presentation, clinical signs, and the ruling out of other possibilities. After initial rapid improvements, ataxia remained, as did chronic cystitis secondary to bladder paralysis. He was euthanized after 2 months.
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