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Bovine spongiform encephalopathy natural history, complications and prognosis

Introduction

Overview

Overview

The symptoms of bovine spongiform encephalopathy typically develop 2-8 years after exposure to prions. Prognosis is generally poor, and death occurs approximately 3 months after the appearance of the first clinical signs.

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Natural History

  • The symptoms of bovine spongiform encephalopathy typically develop 2-8 years after exposure to prions.[1]

Prognosis

  • Prognosis is generally poor, and death occurs approximately 3 months after the appearance of the first clinical signs.[1]
References

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 “Overview of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy – Nervous System – Veterinary Manual”.

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] ; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Adnan Ezici, M.D[2]