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The First Case of Botulism in a Donkey
Aliai Lanci1, Riccardo Rinnovati2, Fabrizio Anniballi3
1Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences (DIMEVET), University of Bologna, Via Tolara di Sopra 50, Ozzano dell'Emilia, 40064 Bologna, Italy. aliai.lanci2@unibo.it.
Veterinary Sciences
|May 18, 2019
Summary
A donkey case of botulism (a neuroparalytic disease) caused by Clostridium botulinum type B was diagnosed. The mare recovered after supportive care, regaining her ability to swallow.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Microbiology
- Toxicology
Background:
- Botulism is a severe neuroparalytic disease caused by botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs) from *Clostridium* bacteria.
- It affects various species, including humans, animals, and fish, posing a significant public health and veterinary concern.
- Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a key clinical sign associated with botulism.
