Names and codes of the diseases and clinical signs of dogs, cats, horses, cattle, sheep, goats and swine from the consultant diagnostic database.

This study presents a comprehensive list of clinical symptoms and diseases found in various domestic animals such as dogs, cats, horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and swine, with the related diagnostic codes, as recorded in the CONSULTANT diagnostic database. This catalog could be valuable for researchers, teachers, or writers studying or sharing information on domestic animal diseases, as well as those developing diagnostic coding and computer-assisted information retrieval.

Research Background

• The underlying motivation for this research was to compile and make accessible an inclusive listing of the clinical signs and diseases of various domestic animals identified within the CONSULTANT diagnostic database.
• This list also demonstrates the diagnostic codes assigned for these diseases and clinical signs in the database and can serve as an essential tool for anyone studying or working in the field of veterinary medicine.

Methodology of the Research

• The researchers employed the CONSULTANT diagnostic database, a computer-assisted diagnostic system that records diseases and clinical signs in domestic animals.
• This database was used to collect comprehensive data on clinical signs and diseases of various domestic animals and the related diagnostic codes.
• No specifics were provided concerning the methods used to collect, organize, and confirm the collected data.

Research Findings and Implications

• This research provides a comprehensive list of recorded clinical signs and diseases for a variety of domestic animals, further enhancing the potential spectrum for understanding, diagnosing, and treating these diseases in animals.
• Additionally, the accompanying diagnostic codes in the list can prove invaluable for those developing diagnostic coding and computer-assisted information retrieval. The unique codes can expedite the process of diagnosing diseases and ailments in domestic animals.
• The extensive list can also be instrumental for those involved in teaching, researching, or writing on the diseases of domestic animals.