Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Neurological problems in dogs with Leishmania infantum infection
By Giannuzzi, A P et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2017·Pingry Veterinary Hospital, Italy·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Neurological manifestations in dogs naturally infected by Leishmania infantum: descriptions of 10 cases and a review of the literature.
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Plain-English summary
Ten dogs with leishmaniasis, a disease caused by a parasite, showed various neurological symptoms like seizures, weakness, or coordination problems. They underwent several tests, including imaging and fluid analysis, to determine the cause of their symptoms. The diagnoses included conditions like brain inflammation and strokes. Treatment varied based on the specific diagnosis, and while some dogs showed improvement, the outcomes depended on the severity of their neurological issues. If your dog is showing unusual neurological signs, it’s important to consult your veterinarian for a thorough evaluation.
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Abstract
In order to evaluate possible nervous system involvement in canine leishmaniasis, retrospective evaluation of all medical records of leishmaniotic dogs exhibiting neurological signs referred to our hospital over a 5-year period was performed. The records of 10 dogs were reviewed. Depending on the neuroanatomical localisation, the dogs underwent advanced diagnostic imaging, cerebrospinal fluid analysis, electrodiagnostic testing and histopathologic evaluations. The final neurological diagnosis was: meningoencephalitis (n=2), brain haemorrhagic stroke (n=1), haemorrhagic choroiditis (n=1), meningomyelitis (n=2), ischaemic myelopathy (n=1), polymyositis (n=2) and peripheral neuropathy (n=1). This study confirms that both central and peripheral nervous systems can be affected by leishmaniasis and provides an overview on the possible etiopathogenetic mechanisms. In addition, clinical and diagnostic findings, therapy and follow-up of affected dogs are described.
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