Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Kartagener's syndrome causing breathing issues in a Dachshund
By Neil, Julie A et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2002·Department of Internal Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Kartagener's syndrome in a Dachshund dog.
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Plain-English summary
A male long-haired Dachshund was diagnosed with Kartagener's syndrome, a rare condition that affects the lungs and sinuses due to problems with tiny hair-like structures called cilia. This dog showed symptoms like chronic nasal congestion and breathing issues. The condition is congenital, meaning it was present from birth, and is linked to ciliary dysfunction. Since this is the first known case of Kartagener's syndrome in a Dachshund, it highlights the importance of recognizing this rare condition in dogs.
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Abstract
Kartagener's syndrome (KS) is a rare, congenital condition characterized by situs inversus, rhinosinusitis, and bronchiectasis. An underlying ciliary dysfunction (e.g., immotility or dyskinetic beating) produces most of the clinical signs seen in affected animals. This case report reviews the history, clinical signs, and diagnosis of KS in a male, long-haired dachshund. This is the first known report of KS, and thus primary ciliary dyskinesia, in this breed of dog.
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