May 11, 2013 - EPM Treatment, Testing Options Reviewed

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EPM is the most common equine neurologic disease in North America

by Erica Larson

One of the most common equine neurologic diseases—equine protozoal myeloencephalitis, or EPM—is also one of the most difficult iseases to diagnose. Further, with only three FDA-approved treatment options, treating EPM can be quite a challenge as well.

At the 2013 Western Veterinary Conference, held Feb. 17-21 in Las Vegas, Nev., Dr. Laurie Beard, associate clinical professor at Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, reviewed the current diagnostic and treatment options for veterinary attendees.

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