Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Asymptomatic low platelet counts in Cavalier King Charles spaniels
By Smedile, L E et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·1997·Department of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Idiopathic, asymptomatic thrombocytopenia in Cavalier King Charles spaniels: 11 cases (1983-1993).
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Plain-English summary
A group of 11 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels was found to have low platelet counts without any noticeable symptoms, a condition known as idiopathic thrombocytopenia. Most of these dogs were treated with immunosuppressive medications, but only one dog returned to a normal platelet count, while the others remained with low levels. The exact cause of this condition is still unknown, but it may be linked to a genetic disorder affecting platelet size. If your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has low platelet counts, it's important to discuss treatment options with your vet.
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Abstract
The medical records of 11 Cavalier King Charles spaniels with idiopathic, asymptomatic thrombocytopenia and large-to-giant platelets were identified from a 10-year retrospective search using the Veterinary Medical Data Base at Purdue University. Eight of the dogs had been treated with various immunosuppressive drugs. Six of the treated dogs remained thrombocytopenic, one was not reevaluated, and one developed a normal platelet count. The underlying etiology of idiopathic, asymptomatic thrombocytopenia in Cavalier King Charles spaniels has not been identified, but this condition could represent a congenital macrothrombocytopenic disorder.
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