Case Description - A 7-month-old neutered male ferret was evaluated for episodic pelvic limb weakness of 2 weeks' duration. Clinical Findings - Neurologic examination revealed flaccid tetraparesis with decreased spinal reflexes suggestive of a neuromuscular disease. Results of hematologic and CSF...

Megaesophagus develops in adult ferrets. The aetiopathogenesis is unknown. Diagnosis of megaesophagus can usually be made on the basis of radiography. Oesophagoscopy or positive-contrast oesophagography may be used to detect trauma, stricture, or obstruction. Megaesophagus in ferrets is often...