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borna disease
borna disease (ˈbɔːnə) n (Veterinary Science) vet science a viral disease of mammals, esp horses, caused by a member of the Flaviviridae and characterized by the development of encephalitisBorna disease
Borna disease An infectious encephalopathy of warm-blooded animals, including ruminants (e.g., cattle, horses, sheep), foxes, dogs, cats, birds and primates, which occurs in Central Europe, caused by the Borna virus.
Clinical findings
Motor and behavioural symptoms—aggression, eating disorders, hyperactivity, postural disorders, ataxia, disrupted social and sexual activity.
Epidemiology
Uncertain, probably via saliva or nasal secretions.
Mortality
Up to 100% in horses, 50% in sheep. |