Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Hip dysplasia signs and diagnosis timing in Afghan Hounds
By Ackerman, Norman·Published in Veterinary Radiology·1982·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: HIP DYSPLASIA IN THE AFGHAN HOUND*
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of Afghan Hound puppies from dysplastic parents was examined for hip dysplasia, a condition where the hip joint doesn't fit properly into the hip socket. The study found that a significant percentage of these puppies showed signs of hip dysplasia as they aged, with nearly all being diagnosed by 36 months. The appearance of hip dysplasia in Afghan Hounds was similar to that seen in other breeds, indicating that the condition is inherited in a comparable way. This information can help owners understand the risks of hip dysplasia in their Afghan Hounds.
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Abstract
In evaluation of pelvic radiographs and necropsy specimens of 3 litters of Afghan Hound puppies resulting from matings of dysplastic parents a spectrum of radiographic phenotypes similar to that reported in other breeds was found. The percentage of dysplastic offspring (75% and 71%) and age at which the diagnosis of canine hip dysplasia could be made (28.5% at 6; 67% at 12; 90.5%at 18; 95% at 35; and 100% at 36 months of age) was also similar to that reported for other breeds. Hip dysplasia in the Afghan Hound is similar in radiographic appearance to hip dysplasia in other breeds despite the low. incidence of this condition among Afghan Hounds. The inheritance of hip dysplasia appeared to be the same in Afghan Hounds as that reported in other breeds
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1740-8261.1982.tb00710.x