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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Myopathy and hepatic lipidosis in weaned lambs due to vitamin E deficiency.

Journal:
The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
Year:
2004
Authors:
Menzies, Paula et al.
Affiliation:
Department of Population Medicine · Canada

Abstract

A sheep flock experienced losses in weaned lambs from myopathy and hepatic lipidosis. Investigation revealed painful ambulation, illthrift, and unexpected death in lambs with normal selenium levels, deficient vitamin E levels, and elevated muscle and liver enzyme levels. Vitamin E deficiency should be considered when investigating myopathy and illthrift in lambs.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15072198/