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Neurologic Examination of the Ruminant
Gilles Fecteau1, Joane Parent1, Lisle W George2
1Département de Sciences Cliniques, Université de Montréal, 3200 Sicotte, Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec J2S 7C6, Canada.
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Food Animal Practice
|February 8, 2017
Summary
This article reviews the neurologic examination of ruminants, offering a simple yet thorough approach for veterinarians. It provides practical methods to efficiently assess the nervous system and identify primary neurologic disorders in cattle.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Ruminant Medicine
Background:
- Neurologic disorders are common in ruminants.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment and herd management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a systematic and practical method for performing a neurologic examination in ruminants.
- To equip bovine veterinary practitioners with the skills to efficiently assess the nervous system.
Main Methods:
- Review of established neurologic examination techniques.
- Description of simple observations and diagnostic procedures.
- Emphasis on methodical assessment of the nervous system.
Main Results:
- A straightforward, yet comprehensive, approach to ruminant neurologic examination is outlined.
- The article facilitates the differentiation between primary neurologic conditions and other diseases.
Conclusions:
- The proposed examination method allows for efficient and accurate assessment of the ruminant nervous system.
- Understanding potential misinterpretations is key to reliable diagnosis.
