Neurology
Information relating to disorders of the nervous system in companion animals – from examination to management.
Cecilia Villaverde discusses a variety of studies behind these fats, as well as their effects on neurological activity in canine patients.
Simona Radaelli covers latest developments in the treatment of this disorder, including medicines and management plans.
Holger Volk, Sarah Finnegan and Rowena Packer evaluate the latest developments for monitoring this condition in dogs.
Shirley Simpson CertSAN, DipAVN (Surg), VPAC, AVLM, RVN, provides a comprehensive insight into – and a case study on – the treatment of this disorder, common in certain breeds, including a new technique created by Katia Marioni-Henry DipACVIM, PhD, DipECVN, SFHEA, MRCVS.
Bartosz Ropelewski – referencing a case – covers the clinical symptoms, diagnostics and treatment options of this intervertebral condition.
Zach Norton describes how to recognise the symptoms of this neurodegenerative disease and takes a look at the various treatments aimed at delaying degeneration and improving quality of life for patients.
Simona Radaelli explains how technological developments are aiding neurological advancements in small animal care.
This video and article aims to visually accompany the article “How to perform a neurological exam in a feline patient” written by Mark Lowrie in November 2021.
Mark Lowrie describes when to suspect this syndrome, what conditions may mimic it, diagnosis and management.
Simona Radaelli outlines how to diagnose this disorder, including the classification of seizures, and how it can be treated.
Bart Ropelewski endeavours to grow the understanding of Chiari-like malformations, their clinical presentation and treatment options.
Mark Lowrie describes the process of determining whether a cat has a problem and how to diagnose the condition causing it.
Luisa De Risio describes the approach to these cases – including establishing if patients are having a seizure, causes and treatment.
Leanne Dobrowolski describes the role physical therapy plays in a multimodal approach to treatment of these patients, and why communication is key to success.
Sam Khan and Paul Freeman use a case study to describe their study that is looking to increase understanding of this presentation.
Guillaume Albertini and Fabio Stabile update readers on information published surrounding the most common of these conditions that have an impact the central nervous system in canine patients.
Elle Payne covers the grading and management of this common spinal cord condition, before detailing care that can be offered by veterinary nurses.
Gianmarco Cornacchini and Toby Gemmill present the case study of Coco, a two-year-old female, neutered springer spaniel.
Luca Motta uses the example of an eight‑month‑old bulldog to describe the diagnosis, therapy and prognosis for this issue.
Simona Radaelli concludes this article by describing the most important tests to carry out to determine prognosis in these cases.