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Journal of veterinary internal medicine2002; 16(5); 618-621; doi: 10.1892/0891-6640(2002)0162.3.co;2

Clinical diagnosis of equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM).

Abstract: The research article is about the study and in-depth understanding of diagnosing equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), a disease that impacts horses’ neurological functions. Introduction The main focus of the research […]
Publication Date: 2002-09-27 PubMed ID: 12322717DOI: 10.1892/0891-6640(2002)0162.3.co;2Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article is about the study and in-depth understanding of diagnosing equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), a disease that impacts horses’ neurological functions.

Introduction

The main focus of the research article is to extend the knowledge and understanding of equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). This condition is a neurologic disease in horses that is triggered by a protozoan parasite. In the paper, the authors delve into the clinical diagnosis of EPM.

Methodology

  • The researchers closely observe an extensive list of reported EPM cases in horses to comprehend the diagnostic process better.
  • They gather clinical data including the symptoms, diagnostic tests used, and the outcomes to craft an evolved insight into the EPM diagnosis procedure.

Findings

  • The research provides illuminating details on the different symptoms linked with EPM, enhancing the reader’s understanding of the disease’s impact on horses.
  • The authors also offer a detailed analysis of the various diagnostic tools employed to identify EPM, evaluating their strengths and drawbacks.
  • They further address the treatment protocols and their effectiveness in combating this disease.

Conclusion

  • The research paper thus provides a comprehensive investigation into the diagnosis of EPM. This research not only aids in recognizing the disease earlier but also assists in improving the clinical approach and treatment of this neurologic disease.

Cite This Article

APA
Furr M, MacKay R, Granstrom D, Schott H, Andrews F. (2002). Clinical diagnosis of equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). J Vet Intern Med, 16(5), 618-621. https://doi.org/10.1892/0891-6640(2002)0162.3.co;2

Publication

ISSN: 0891-6640
NlmUniqueID: 8708660
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 16
Issue: 5
Pages: 618-621

Researcher Affiliations

Furr, Martin
  • Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Leesburg, VA 20177, USA.
MacKay, Robert
    Granstrom, David
      Schott, Harold
        Andrews, Frank

          MeSH Terms

          • Animals
          • Coccidiosis / cerebrospinal fluid
          • Coccidiosis / diagnosis
          • Coccidiosis / immunology
          • Coccidiosis / veterinary
          • Encephalomyelitis / cerebrospinal fluid
          • Encephalomyelitis / diagnosis
          • Encephalomyelitis / parasitology
          • Encephalomyelitis / veterinary
          • Horse Diseases / cerebrospinal fluid
          • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
          • Horse Diseases / immunology
          • Horse Diseases / parasitology
          • Horses
          • Immunoglobulin G / analysis
          • Immunologic Tests
          • Neospora
          • Protozoan Infections, Animal / cerebrospinal fluid
          • Protozoan Infections, Animal / diagnosis
          • Protozoan Infections, Animal / immunology
          • Protozoan Infections, Animal / parasitology
          • Sarcocystis / genetics
          • Sarcocystis / isolation & purification
          • Sarcocystosis / cerebrospinal fluid
          • Sarcocystosis / diagnosis
          • Sarcocystosis / immunology
          • Sarcocystosis / veterinary

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