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Veterinary world2017; 10(12); 1427-1438; doi: 10.14202/vetworld.2017.1427-1438

Cryptic etiopathological conditions of equine nervous system with special emphasis on viral diseases.

Abstract: The importance of horse (Equus caballus) to equine practitioners and researchers cannot be ignored. An unevenly distributed population of equids harbors numerous diseases, which can affect horses of any age and breed. Among these, the affections of nervous system are potent reason for death and euthanasia in equids. Many episodes associated with the emergence of equine encephalitic conditions have also pose a threat to human population as well, which signifies their pathogenic zoonotic potential. Intensification of most of the arboviruses is associated with sophisticated interaction between vectors and hosts, which supports their transmission. The alphaviruses, bunyaviruses, and flaviviruses are the major implicated groups of viruses involved with equines/humans epizootic/epidemic. In recent years, many outbreaks of deadly zoonotic diseases such as Nipah virus, Hendra virus, and Japanese encephalitis in many parts of the globe addresses their alarming significance. The equine encephalitic viruses differ in their global distribution, transmission and main vector species involved, as discussed in this article. The current review summarizes the status, pathogenesis, pathology, and impact of equine neuro-invasive conditions of viral origin. A greater understanding of these aspects might be able to provide development of advances in neuro-protective strategies in equine population.
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Publication Date: 2017-12-10 PubMed ID: 29391683PubMed Central: PMC5771167DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2017.1427-1438Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article discusses diseases that affect the nervous system of horses, with particular emphasis on those caused by viruses and their implications to both equine and human populations.

Objective of the Research

  • The primary objective of the study is to delve into the numerous diseases that can afflict horses, focusing on affections of the nervous system. The research places special emphasis on the role that viruses play in these diseases.

Key Findings

  • The research indicates that diseases of the nervous system in horses are often significant reasons for death and euthanasia in the animals.
  • The study also underscores the potential health danger these equine diseases can pose to the human population due to their zoonotic potential. These diseases can make the jump from animals to humans and create significant public health issues.
  • The article stresses on three specific groups of viruses – alphaviruses, bunyaviruses, and flaviviruses – as the major culprits involved in horse-human disease transmission.
  • The research further points to the role that vectors (organisms that transmit infectious disease) and hosts play in the spread of these viruses.

Discussion on Specific Viral Diseases

  • The research specifically discusses outbreaks of deadly zoonotic diseases such as Nipah virus, Hendra virus, and Japanese encephalitis. These viral diseases emphasize the importance and urgency of studying horse nervous system diseases due to their potential risks toward human lives.
  • These equine encephalitic viruses have different distributions, transmission methods, and main vector species involved worldwide. The differences among these viruses and their geographic-specific factors are explored in this article.

Impact of the Research

  • The study aims to promote better understanding of viral diseases of the equine nervous system, in terms of their status, pathogenesis, pathology, and overall impact. This enhanced knowledge could contribute to the development of advanced neuro-protective strategies for horses.
  • By discussing the zoonotic potential of these diseases, the research could help shape measures to protect public health and curb the spread of such viruses from animals to humans.

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Kumar R, Patil RD. (2017). Cryptic etiopathological conditions of equine nervous system with special emphasis on viral diseases. Vet World, 10(12), 1427-1438. https://doi.org/10.14202/vetworld.2017.1427-1438

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Veterinary world
ISSN: 0972-8988
NlmUniqueID: 101504872
Country: India
Language: English
Volume: 10
Issue: 12
Pages: 1427-1438

Researcher Affiliations

Kumar, Rakesh
  • Department of Veterinary Pathology, Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University, Palampur - 176 062, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Patil, Rajendra D
  • Department of Veterinary Pathology, Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University, Palampur - 176 062, Himachal Pradesh, India.

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