A de novo mutation in CACNA1A is associated with autosomal dominant bovine familial convulsions and ataxia in Angus cattle.
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DOI: 10.1111/age.13409
Abstract: Bovine familial convulsions and ataxia (BFCA) is considered an autosomal dominant syndrome with incomplete penetrance. Nine Angus calves from the same herd were diagnosed with BFCA within days of birth. Necropsy revealed cerebellar and spinal… read more here.
Keywords: cacna1a; familial convulsions; bovine familial; convulsions ataxia ... See more keywords
Dysfunctional CRPPA is responsible for recessively inherited Hereford hydrocephalus with muscular dystrophy and retinal dysplasia.
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DOI: 10.1177/03009858251382477
Abstract: Hydrocephalus was first reported in Hereford cattle over 65 years ago; although no cause was identified in prior reports, it was suspected to be genetic. Advancements in reproductive technology and genomics have allowed for a… read more here.
Keywords: retinal dysplasia; hereford; muscular dystrophy; hydrocephalus ... See more keywords
Intoxicação por Senecio brasiliensis em bezerros: padrão e evolução de lesões hepáticas
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DOI: 10.1590/s0100-736x2017000100002
Abstract: Poisoning by Senecio spp. plants are an important cause of death in cattle in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It is estimated that over 50% of deaths caused by toxic plants are… read more here.
Keywords: affected calves; visit; senecio brasiliensis; senecio ... See more keywords