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==Prognosis==

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Localised tetanus carries a more favourable prognosis ~~than~~ generalised tetanus.

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Localised tetanus carries a more favourable prognosis with a 90% survival rate. The prognosis associated with generalised tetanus is poorer, with a survival rate of 50%.

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==References==

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* Bandt, C., Rozanski, E.A., Steinberg, T., and Shaw, S.P. '''Retrospective Study of Tetanus in 20 Dogs: 1988–2004''' ''Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association 2007 43:143-148''

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* De Risio, L., Zavattiero, S., Venzi, C., Del Bue, M., Poncelet, L. (2006) '''Focal canine tetanus: diagnostic value of electromyography''' ''Journal of Small Animal Practice 2006 May 47(5):278-80''

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