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Brain abscess in a goat

E N Glass1, A De Lahunta, C Jackson

  • 1Department of Anatomy, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y. 14853.

The Cornell Veterinarian
|October 1, 1993
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A goat experienced neurological issues, including seizures and paralysis, due to a cerebellar abscess. Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis was identified as the cause of this abscess.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Bacteriology

Background:

  • Neurological deficits in small ruminants can stem from various causes, including infectious agents.
  • Cerebellar and medullary lesions often manifest with complex motor and vestibular signs.

Observation:

  • A young goat presented with left spastic hemiparesis, ataxia, right head tilt, and positional nystagmus.
  • Seizure-like activity was triggered by rapid head movements, suggesting central nervous system involvement.

Findings:

  • Neurological signs indicated a lesion in the medulla and cerebellum, specifically at the left cerebellar peduncles.
  • A large encapsulated abscess was discovered at the cerebellar peduncles.
  • Microscopic examination identified Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis within the abscess, consistent with the causative agent.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis as a potential cause of focal CNS abscesses in goats.
  • Accurate diagnosis of neurological signs is crucial for identifying infectious etiologies in veterinary neurology.
  • Understanding the link between abscess location and clinical signs aids in diagnosis and treatment strategies.