Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Signs and diagnosis of Hemophilia A in a male German shorthaired
By Joseph, S A et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·1996·Oakdale Veterinary Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Hemophilia A in a German shorthaired pointer: clinical presentations and diagnosis.
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Plain-English summary
A male German shorthaired pointer was diagnosed with Hemophilia A, a condition that affects blood clotting, after showing symptoms like bleeding from wounds, hind-leg paralysis, and swelling in the perineal area. He had multiple episodes of these symptoms, along with lameness and skin nodules that looked like bruises or abscesses. Each time, he received supportive care and seemed to improve. It's important for pet owners to recognize these signs, as early diagnosis can help manage the condition and provide guidance for breeding decisions.
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Abstract
Hemophilia A, Factor VIII deficiency, was diagnosed in a male German shorthaired pointer as a result of testing for a coagulopathy. He had been treated on numerous occasions for different clinical signs, including intermittent bleeding from wounds, hind-limb paralysis, dyspnea, dyschezia associated with perineal swelling, cutaneous nodules resembling hematomas or abscesses, and forelimb lameness. With each episode, he appeared to respond to supportive care. Hemophilia should be considered in male dogs displaying shifting-leg lameness and transient or recurrent, subcutaneous or intramuscular swelling. Recognition of the various presentations of this disease will aid in early diagnosis, as well as help the clients and breeders with appropriate genetic counseling for this serious inherited trait.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8963732/