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Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis.

J E Madigan, R J Higgins

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice

|August 1, 1987

Summary

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Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a neurological disease in horses caused by Sarcocystis protozoa. Definitive diagnosis requires histopathology, and currently, no prevention or treatment is available.

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Neurology
Parasitology
Equine Medicine

Background:

Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a significant neurological disease affecting horses.
Clinical signs include dysfunction of the brain or spinal cord.
The disease is caused by protozoa, likely a Sarcocystis species.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize the current understanding of Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM).
To highlight diagnostic challenges and limitations in equine neurological disease management.

Main Methods:

Diagnosis relies on definitive histopathological examination of affected central nervous system tissues.
Clinical and pathological findings are used to characterize the disease.

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Main Results:

EPM presents with diverse neurological deficits.
Identification of Sarcocystis species as the presumed causative agent.
Histopathology remains the gold standard for definitive diagnosis.

Conclusions:

Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a challenging neurological condition in horses.
Current limitations include the lack of preventive strategies and documented treatments for EPM.
Further research is needed to develop effective interventions for this disease.