Feline spongiform encephalopathy
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Feline spongiform encephalopathy (FSE) is a disease that affects the brains of felines. It is caused by proteins called prions.[1] FSE is thought to be related or identical to bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE).[2][3] This disease is known to affect domestic and captive feline species.[4] This infectious agent might be spread by both haematogenous and nervous pathways.[5] Like BSE, this disease can take several years to develop. It is probable, but not proven, that the affected animals contract the disease by eating contaminated bovine meat.[6]