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Toxicosis attributable to propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol) was suspected in an 8-year-old 450- to 500-kg male Quarter Horse. Clinical signs of toxicosis developed within 15 minutes of the accidental iatrogenic oral administration of 3.8 L of propylene glycol. Clinical signs of toxicosis included salivation, sweating, ataxia, and signs of pain. Additionally, at 24 hours after propylene glycol ingestion, the horse became increasingly atactic, had an abnormal breath odor, developed rapid shallow breathing, and was cyanotic. The horse died of apparent respiratory arrest 28 hours after the propylene glycol ingestion. Analysis of serum and combined urine and blood from the kidneys confirmed the presence of propylene glycol. Propylene glycol is used for the treatment and prevention of bovine ketosis, and is similar in appearance to mineral oil. The accidental administration of propylene glycol to horses may result in fatal poisoning.
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PMID:Fatal propylene glycol toxicosis in a horse. 206 Nov 83

Toxicosis attributable to fenvalerate and N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide (Deet) exposure was suspected in 2 cats. Clinical signs of toxicosis developed within 4 to 6 hours of dermal application of the pesticide. Clinical signs of toxicosis seen in both cats included hypersalivation, ataxia, and depression. In addition, seizures were seen in 1 cat. Both cats died. Analysis of skin, kidney/urine, liver, and brain tissues confirmed the presence of fenvalerate and Deet. The pyrethroid fenvalerate and the insect repellent Deet are used for the control of fleas and ticks on cats. Suspected fenvalerate/Deet toxicosis in cats is associated with tremors, hypersalivation, ataxia, vomiting, depression, and seizures.
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PMID:Fenvalerate/N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide (Deet) toxicosis in two cats. 229 39

Bromethalin is a potent neurotoxin capable of inducing fatal cerebral edema in companion animals. Bromethalin decreases adenosine triphosphate production resulting in cerebral edema. Toxicosis can be seen in cats and dogs with oral exposures as low as 0.3 and 2.5mg/kg, respectively. High doses produce severe muscle tremors, hyperthermia, seizures, and death within a couple hours postingestion. The usual presentation after moderate to low exposure develops over 12-24 hours with progressive ataxia, paresis, and hindlimb paralysis. Central nervous system depression continues to semicoma or coma. Diagnosis is based upon history of exposure, development of progressive appropriate clinical signs and chemical confirmation in tissues. Treatment relies heavily upon early emesis induction and prolonged decontamination with pulse dosing of activated charcoal. There is no specific antidote; attempts to control cerebral edema with diuretics and corticosteroids have met with limited success. Significant supportive care is usually required, often including seizure management, nutritional support, and defense against decubital ulceration. Prognosis is guarded to poor.
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PMID:Bromethalin. 2379 84