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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Hyperthyroidism and hyperparathyroidism in guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus).

Journal:
The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
Year:
2013
Authors:
Brandão, João et al.
Affiliation:
School of Veterinary Medicine · United States
Species:
rodent

Abstract

Abnormal conditions of the thyroid and parathyroid in the guinea pig appear in the English-language scientific literature on an emerging basis. Although true descriptions of abnormal thyroid and parathyroid anatomy or morphology are not new findings, the clinical condition of abnormal thyroid or parathyroid function seems to be a more common observation by clinicians in recent years. This article is an overview of general clinical conditions and adequate diagnosis, and offers treatment options.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23642869/