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1Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Sciences, The University of Edinburgh, Room 160 Middle Wing, Easter Bush, Roslin EH25 9RG, United Kingdom.
Veterinary neurological examinations help locate nervous system lesions. Equine examinations present unique challenges, making it difficult to assess spinal reflexes and postural reactions.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Equine Medicine
Background:
- Neurological examinations aim to identify nervous system lesions and their locations.
- Assessing equine patients presents unique challenges compared to dogs and cats.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the principles of neurological examination in animals.
- To highlight specific difficulties encountered during equine neurological assessments.
Main Methods:
- Clinical assessment of neurological deficits.
- Observation of equine behavior and responses.
Main Results:
- Spinal reflexes and postural reactions are often difficult or impossible to assess in horses.
- Despite challenges, clinicians can broadly localize affected neuromuscular systems.
Conclusions:
- Equine neurological examinations require adapted approaches due to anatomical and physiological differences.
- Clinicians must rely on a combination of observation and anatomical knowledge to diagnose equine neurological conditions.
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