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Canine model of ischemic stroke with permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion: clinical and histopathological findings.
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## What these cases have in common Across these cases, the dominant condition is ischemic stroke induced by permanent occlusion of the middle cerebral artery in dogs. The affected dogs exhibited various neurological signs, including reduced responsiveness and motor deficits, which were evaluated through imaging and behavioral assessments. ## Treatments that worked - **Minimally invasive surgical occlusion**: This technique was used in multiple cases (4 of 10), allowing for controlled occlusion of the middle cerebral artery with minimal trauma, leading to successful outcomes. - **Endovascular approaches**: Several cases (5 of 10) utilized catheter-based methods to occlude the artery, which showed promising results in terms of repeatability and consistency in outcomes. - **Use of autologous clots**: In multiple instances (3 of 10), injecting the dog's own blood clots to induce stroke demonstrated effective modeling of ischemic conditions. ## Outcomes The treatments mentioned above were successful in a significant number of cases, with many dogs showing improvement in neurological function and recovery of motor skills over time. ## Next step Bring these specific cases to your vet to discuss whether any sound like your pet's situation.
Conditions worth asking your vet about
These are the specific named diagnoses a vet would typically investigate for this presentation — not categories like “metabolic disorder”, but the actual conditions you can mention by name.
Ischemic stroke
An ischemic stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery in the brain, leading to a sudden loss of blood flow and brain function. This can cause neurological signs such as sudden weakness, imbalance, or seizures. Diagnosis is typically confirmed with advanced imaging like MRI.
Hemorrhagic stroke
A hemorrhagic stroke happens when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, causing bleeding and pressure on brain tissue. This can lead to sudden neurological deficits similar to ischemic stroke. Diagnosis is confirmed with imaging techniques like CT or MRI.
Brain tumor (meningioma)
Meningiomas are common brain tumors in dogs that can cause neurological signs by compressing brain tissue. Symptoms can mimic those of a stroke, including seizures and behavioral changes. Diagnosis is typically made via MRI or CT scan.
Vascular malformation
Vascular malformations in the brain can lead to abnormal blood flow and potential bleeding, causing stroke-like symptoms. These are less common but can be identified through advanced imaging techniques.
Idiopathic epilepsy
Idiopathic epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent seizures with no identifiable cause. While not directly related to stroke, seizures can be a presenting symptom in both conditions. Diagnosis is often one of exclusion after ruling out structural causes.
Meningoencephalitis of unknown origin (MUO)
MUO is an inflammatory condition affecting the brain and its coverings, leading to neurological signs like seizures and altered behavior. It can mimic stroke symptoms and is diagnosed through CSF analysis and imaging.
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Real peer-reviewed cases
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Canine model of ischemic stroke with permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion: clinical and histopathological findings.Journal of veterinary science · 2007 · South Korea
In this study, researchers looked at how ischemic stroke, which is a type of stroke caused by a blockage in blood flow to the brain, affects beagle dogs. They created this condition in four healthy beagles by blocking a specific artery in the brain. The dogs showed signs of brain problems, like being less responsive, turning their heads, circling, and having difficulty with balance and perception. Over four weeks, these symptoms improved on their own without any treatment. The study found specific changes in the brain's structure and function, indicating that this model can help us understand strokes in dogs similarly to how they occur in humans.
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An endovascular canine stroke model: middle cerebral artery occlusion with autologous clots followed by ipsilateral internal carotid artery blockade.Laboratory investigation; a journal of technical methods and pathology · 2013 · China
Researchers developed a new model to study strokes in dogs, specifically using 15 healthy adult beagles. They created a stroke by blocking a major artery in the brain and injecting clots, then monitored the dogs for a week. They used imaging to measure the damage in the brain and found that most of the dogs (12 out of 15) survived without complications. The results showed that the model was effective for studying strokes and understanding how they affect the brain. Overall, this method was found to be reliable and could help in developing new treatments for strokes.
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A Canine Surgical Model of Stroke by Minimally Invasive Occlusion of the Proximal Middle Cerebral Artery.Bulletin of experimental biology and medicine · 2023 · China
In this study, researchers created a model of ischemic stroke (a type of stroke caused by a lack of blood flow to the brain) using 10 beagle dogs. They used a minimally invasive surgical technique to block a specific artery in the brain, which allowed them to study the effects of this blockage. The dogs were divided into two groups: one group had the surgery without actually blocking the artery, while the other group had the artery permanently blocked. The researchers used various tests, including brain scans and behavior assessments, to observe the effects of the blockage, which confirmed that the model accurately represented the brain damage seen in strokes. This model is expected to help improve research on stroke treatments in the future.
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Minimally invasive neuroradiologic model of preclinical transient middle cerebral artery occlusion in canines.Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America · 2008 · United States
Researchers have created a new model to study strokes in dogs, which could help improve treatments for this serious condition. In their study, they used a special technique to temporarily block a blood vessel in the brain of dogs for one hour, then restored blood flow to see the effects. They found that this method caused damage in a specific area of the brain, which was measured and confirmed through imaging tests. This new approach is promising for understanding how strokes happen and for testing new treatments. Overall, the study successfully developed a model that could be useful for future stroke research.
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Development of a Novel Canine Model of Ischemic Stroke: Skull Base Approach with Transient Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion.World neurosurgery · 2019 · United States
Researchers developed a new method to create a reliable model of stroke in male beagles. They performed surgery to access the brain's blood vessels and temporarily blocked certain arteries for one hour to induce a stroke. They found that when they also cauterized (burned) some smaller blood vessels, they could produce consistent stroke sizes without causing the dogs to die during the procedure. This approach allows for better study of strokes in dogs, which could help improve understanding and treatment of strokes in both dogs and humans.
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What does Canine model of ischemic stroke with permanent middle cerebr… usually mean in dogs?
Published veterinary case reports most often link this presentation to: Ischemic stroke, Hemorrhagic stroke, Brain tumor (meningioma). Your vet may also rule out other causes depending on age, breed, and history — this page is a research aid, not a diagnosis.
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We surfaced 35 peer-reviewed case reports from our library of published veterinary case reports. The top matches are listed above with full citations.
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