Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Copper-associated hepatitis diagnosed in a Pembroke Welsh corgi
By Rifkin, Jean & Miller, Matthew D·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2014·Animal Diagnostic Clinic, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Copper-associated hepatitis in a Pembroke Welsh corgi.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old spayed female Pembroke Welsh corgi was diagnosed with copper-associated hepatitis, a liver disease caused by excess copper in the body. This condition is rare in this breed, and it can lead to serious health issues. Treatment typically involves a special diet and medications to help remove the excess copper. With appropriate care, dogs with this condition can manage their symptoms and improve their liver health.
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Abstract
A 6-year-old spayed female Pembroke Welsh corgi dog was diagnosed with copper-associated hepatitis; an uncommon disease to which a variety of breeds are predisposed. This case report describes copper-associated hepatitis in a breed in which the disease has not previously been reported.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891642/