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==Description==

* In a pathological context, '''"tetanus" is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium [[Clostridium tetani|''Clostridium tetani'']]'''.

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*** The disease caused by [[Clostridium tetani|''Clostridium tetani'']] is characterised by this feature.

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==~~=Pathogenesis=~~==

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==Signalment==

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* [[Clostridium tetani|''Clostridium tetani'']] generally cause infection via wound contamination.

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*** Effects on the autonomic nervous system

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===~~Diagnosis~~===

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==Diagnosis==

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===Clinical Signs===

* Diagnosis is made by taking into account the animal's:

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* Very rarely a wound where the bacteria may have entered may be seen.

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===Treatment===

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===Laboratory Tests===

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====Biochemistry====

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====Other Tests====

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==Treatment==

* Wound debridement

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** Maintaining a quiet environment with dimmed light.

* Remission take several weeks to months

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==Prognosis==

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==References==

[[Category:To_Do_-_Clinical]]

[[Category:To_Do_-_SophieIgnarski]]

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