PEM - Polioencephalomalacia Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three main predisposing factors for the development of PEM?
A
- High concentrate diets
- High grain intake
- Ingestion of plant thiaminases or analogues
2
Q
What are the later signs of PEM that are seen?
A
- Cortical blindness - absent menace, intact palpebral and pupillary light response
- Head pressing
3
Q
What is a post-mortem finding that may indicate PEM?
A
- Brain tissue fluoresces under the presence of UV light
4
Q
What are the two main principles to the treatment of PEM?
A
- Treat with thiamine - IM or SC
- Early treatment is critical for the disease
