Prognosis

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• Clinically affected horses have a 65% chance of progressing to a near or full recovery following supportive treatment protocols. [14]

• Recovery time is estimated to take months with some affected horses showing persistent neurological deficits. [14]

• Mortality rate for recumbent horses is estimated at greater than 60% [10]

• The average mortality rate is suggested to be around 30% [14]