Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Complete heart block linked to heart inflammation in two young dogs
By Kaneshige, T et al.·Published in Journal of comparative pathology·2007·Department of Veterinary Surgery, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Complete atrioventricular block associated with lymphocytic myocarditis of the atrioventricular node in two young adult dogs.
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Plain-English summary
A young adult dog was diagnosed with complete heart block, which means the heart wasn't able to beat properly due to issues in the electrical conduction system. This condition was linked to inflammation in the heart tissue, specifically in the area that helps control heartbeats. Unfortunately, the exact cause of this inflammation wasn't determined. Treatment options for heart block can vary, so it's important to discuss with your veterinarian what steps can be taken to manage your dog's heart health.
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Abstract
A histological investigation of the atrioventricular (AV) conduction system was performed in two young adult dogs with complete AV block. In both cases, infiltration of lymphocytes and plasma cells into the AV node and loss and disappearance of the conduction fibres were observed. Such inflammatory lesions of the AV conduction system were associated with complete AV block. The aetiology of these changes and the cause of its location at the AV node were not elucidated.
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