Metabolic Encephalopathy (Malonic Aciduria)
Malonic aciduria is a result of defects in the catabolism of organic acids leading to the accumulation of malonic acid in cells.
Age of Onset: Less than 6 months of age
Sex Predisposition: Any sex of animal may be affected
Clinical Course:
Clinical signs worsen over time
Clinical signs worsen over time
Clinical Signs:
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Abnormal mentation (stupor)
Seizures
Posture and Appearance
Stunted growth
Movement
Decreased tone
Cranial Nerves
Nystagmus
Other
Anorexic
Chemistry findings: Metabolic acidosis, hypoglycemia
Urinalysis findings: Ketonuria
Polyuria/polydipsia
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Abnormal mentation (stupor)
Seizures
Posture and Appearance
Stunted growth
Movement
Decreased tone
Cranial Nerves
Nystagmus
Other
Anorexic
Chemistry findings: Metabolic acidosis, hypoglycemia
Urinalysis findings: Ketonuria
Polyuria/polydipsia
Diffuse central nervous system (metabolic)
Unknown
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