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ArticleAustralian veterinary journal2021

Investigation into clinicopathological and pathological findings, prognosis, and aetiology of lorikeet paralysis syndrome in rainbow lorikeets (Trichoglossus haematodus).

C Lacasse, K Rose, M Allen, M P Ward, L A Pulscher, A Giles, J Hall, D N Phalen

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C LacasseRSPCA Queensland, 139 Wacol Station Road, Wacol, Queensland, 4076, Australia.
K RoseAustralian Registry of Wildlife Health, Taronga Conservation Society, Bradleys Head Rd., Mosman, New South Wales, 2088, Australia.
M AllenSydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney, Camden, New South Wales, 2570, Australia.
M P WardSydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney, Camden, New South Wales, 2570, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9921-4986
L A PulscherSydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney, Camden, New South Wales, 2570, Australia.
A GilesGrafton Veterinary Clinic, 128 Baron St., Grafton, New South Wales, 2460, Australia.
J HallAustralian Registry of Wildlife Health, Taronga Conservation Society, Bradleys Head Rd., Mosman, New South Wales, 2088, Australia.
D N PhalenSydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney, Camden, New South Wales, 2570, Australia.

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National Significant Disease Investigation Program, Animal Health AustraliaRoyal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to AnimalsUniversity of SydneyWildlife Information, Rescue and Education ServiceWildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation - an Australian Government initiative
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Abstract

objectiveTo report the temporal and spatial distribution of rainbow lorikeets presenting with lorikeet paralysis syndrome (LPS) and their clinicopathologic and pathologic findings, exposure to toxins, and response to treatment.

methodsRecords of lorikeets admitted in 2017 and 2018 to facilities in south-east Queensland (QLD) were reviewed and LPS and non-LPS cases were mapped and their distribution compared. Plasma biochemistries and complete blood counts were done on 20 representative lorikeets from south-east QLD and Grafton, New South Wales (NSW). Tissues from 28 lorikeets were examined histologically. Samples were tested for pesticides (n = 19), toxic elements (n = 23), botulism (n = 15) and alcohol (n = 5).

resultsLPS occurred in warmer months. Affected lorikeets were found across south-east QLD. Hotspots were identified in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Lorikeets had a heterophilic leucocytosis, elevated muscle enzymes, uric acid and sodium and chloride. Specific lesions were not found. Exposure to cadmium was common in LPS and non-LPS lorikeets. Treated lorikeets had a 60-93% See Table 2 depending on severity of signs. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The primary differential diagnosis for lorikeets presenting with lower motor neuron signs during spring, summer and autumn in northern NSW and south-east Queensland should be LPS. With supportive care, prognosis is fair to good.

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ParrotsAnimalsNew South WalesParalysisPrognosisQueenslandaetiologyclinical pathologyparalysisprognosisrainbow lorikeettemporal distribution

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PMCPMC8518122

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