Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog heart damage linked to anaplasmosis infection
By Horňák, S et al.·Published in BMC veterinary research·2025·Veterinary Teaching Hospital·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Case report: anaplasma-related myocardial damage in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A female dog was brought to the vet after experiencing heart failure. Tests showed she had an infection called anaplasmosis, which caused damage to her heart muscle and affected how well her heart was pumping. The vet treated her for the infection, and it's important for pet owners to know that infections can sometimes lead to heart problems, especially when heart failure happens without a clear reason. With the right treatment, the dog was able to recover.
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Abstract
We present the case of a female dog that was evaluated following an episode of heart failure and was subsequently diagnosed with anaplasmosis. Cardiac assessment revealed evidence of myocardial injury, systolic dysfunction, and conduction system abnormalities. This case highlights the importance of consideringinfection as a potential cause of myocarditis, especially in instances of unexplained heart failure and elevated troponin levels in the absence of other underlying conditions.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40883762/