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Cerebrovascular disease

W B Thomas1

  • 1Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, USA.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Small Animal Practice
|July 1, 1996
PubMed

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Cerebrovascular diseases in animals, often caused by other conditions, can lead to brain infarction or hemorrhage. Prompt diagnosis with CT/MRI and treatment of underlying causes improve recovery chances.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Neurology
  • Comparative Pathology

Background:

  • Cerebrovascular disease in animals can stem from diverse underlying conditions such as hypothyroidism, sepsis, neoplasia, hypertension, vascular malformations, and coagulopathies.
  • Sudden onset of focal brain lesions in animals warrants suspicion of brain infarction or hemorrhage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of cerebrovascular disease in animals.
  • To highlight the impact of advanced imaging on diagnosing animal cerebrovascular conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on animal cerebrovascular disease.
  • Discussion of diagnostic modalities including Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

Main Results:

  • Cerebrovascular disease is a significant concern in veterinary medicine, with varied potential causes.
  • Advanced imaging techniques like CT and MRI have enhanced diagnostic capabilities for these conditions.
  • Treatment strategies focus on supportive care, including maintaining brain oxygenation, managing intracranial pressure (ICP), and seizure control.

Conclusions:

  • Early recognition and diagnosis of cerebrovascular events are crucial for effective management in animals.
  • Addressing underlying systemic diseases is paramount for successful treatment outcomes.
  • With timely and appropriate veterinary care, many animals suffering from cerebrovascular disease can achieve recovery.

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