Fatal motor paralysis of cattle, sheep and birds due to toxins of Clostredium. botulinum which proliferates in the decaying animal matter. History of access to decaying carcass on pastures. Deficiency of proteins and phosphorus are predisposing factors.
Clinical Symptoms
paralysis commencing in hind quarters. Progressive muscle weakness and Confirmation By demonstrating specific toxins in the ingesta on autopsy.
Treatment
Specific or polyvalent anti-toxic serum úseru in early stages. Purgatives for removal of toxins from gut.
Prophylaxis
By vaccination with type specific precipitated toxoid in enzootic areas.