Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Post-injection sciatic neuropathy in a cynomolgus macaque (Macaca fascicularis).
- Journal:
- Journal of medical primatology
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Carrier, C A & Donnelly, K B
- Affiliation:
- Veterinary Services · United States
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Intramuscular injection is a common route parenteral used in primates. METHODS: A cynomolgus macaque was evaluated for acute lameness and atrophy of the left leg with no evidence of trauma. RESULTS: History revealed ketamine injection 12 days prior. CONCLUSIONS: Histologic examination supported traumatic injection neuropathy due to intramuscular injection.
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