Inco-ordination and paresis in a captive lion (Panthera leo).
An adult female lion (Panthera leo) with hind- and forequarter paresis and inco-ordination was examined. An initial diagnosis of a vitamin A deficiency was made, but treatment proved ineffective. A radiological examination showed mild pressure on the spinal cord. A tentative diagnosis of trauma to the cervical vertebrae was made. Response to conservative therapy suggested an aetiology of traumatic origin.
Burroughs
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National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, Pretoria.
Roos
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CJ
Ebedes
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D000818:Animals; D000836:Animals, Zoo; D002335:Carnivora; D005260:Female; D008045:Lions; D008124:Locomotion; D010243:Paralysis / Q000209:etiology / Q000662:veterinary*; D011859:Radiography; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000662:veterinary*