Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Neospora caninum infection causing leg weakness in three dogs
By Knowler, C & Wheeler, S J·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·1995·Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Neospora caninum infection in three dogs.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
Three young dogs were brought in with serious issues, including weakness in their back legs and problems with their bladder and bowel control. The dogs were diagnosed with an infection caused by a parasite called Neospora caninum, which was confirmed through a specific blood test. Treatment options included antibiotics like clindamycin and a combination of trimethoprim and sulphonamide, but unfortunately, the chances of the dogs fully recovering were low, especially if they developed muscle stiffness.
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Abstract
Infection with Neospora caninum in three young dogs is described. The predominant clinical signs were lower motor neuron deficits of the pelvic limbs, bladder and rectum. In two cases there was liver infection and dysfunction. The younger dogs had an acute onset rapidly progressive syndrome. The older dog had a similar but more chronic course. The diagnosis was confirmed by an immunofluorescence antibody test. The parasite is sensitive to clindamycin and trimethoprim/sulphonamide preparations, however the prognosis for return to function is poor especially if muscle contracture has occurred.
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