Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Breathing trouble and laryngeal collapse in brachycephalic puppies
By Pink, J J et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2006·University Veterinary Hospital·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Laryngeal collapse in seven brachycephalic puppies.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Seven puppies, all brachycephalic breeds (like Bulldogs or Pugs), were brought in because they were having trouble breathing and were more tired than usual. They were diagnosed with laryngeal collapse, a serious condition that can happen due to their short noses and narrow airways. The puppies underwent surgery to help with their breathing issues, but unfortunately, two of them did not survive the procedure. This highlights the importance of early evaluation and treatment for breathing problems in young brachycephalic dogs to prevent severe complications.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To document the histories, clinical findings, and management of seven puppies with laryngeal collapse occurring secondarily to brachycephalic airway syndrome. METHODS: Seven brachycephalic puppies aged between 4.5 and six months underwent surgery for management of brachycephalic airway syndrome following presentation for exercise intolerance and increased respiratory noise and effort. RESULTS: Stenotic nares of varying severity and an elongated soft palate were common to all dogs. All dogs had tracheal hypoplasia and this was severe in four dogs. Laryngeal collapse was present in all dogs. Two dogs had stage I, four dogs stage II, and one dog stage III laryngeal collapse. The dog with stage III laryngeal collapse and one dog with stage II laryngeal collapse died. There was no apparent association between the changes evident on thoracic radiographs or the degree of tracheal hypoplasia and postoperative outcome. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The development of severe secondary laryngeal changes in dogs aged six months or less supports the suggestion that immature brachycephalic dogs should undergo assessment and, if indicated, surgery as soon as any clinical signs of BAS are apparent.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16512844/