When asked what the minimum database is for practically any disorder, including neurologic disease, the “knee-jerk” response is often: CBC, chem, T4, UA, blood pressure, thoracic rads and abdominal ultrasound (AUS). But, does this hold up under scrutiny? This study aimed to answer that question at least with regard to AUS.
A reflex seizure is one that occurs in response to an external sensory stimulus, such as strobe lights at an amusement park or show. Audiogenic reflex seizures are those that are induced by certain sounds. Click on the post title to read more about this study describing feline audiogenic reflex seizures.
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A 13 yr MC Border Terrier was presented to the Neurology Department following a sudden onset of generalized tonic-clonic seizures.
Mild to moderate ventriculomegaly is common in brachycephalic breeds. It’s long been assumed that this was a “normal” breed variation, but a recent study suggests it may not be normal. Click on post title to read more.
This recent manuscript out of North Carolina State University describes the clinical findings and treatment outcome of Scottie Cramp in 31 dogs. Click on post title to read a synopsis of the article.
