Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Legg Calvé Perthes disease in young small breed dogs
By Aguado, Eric & Goyenvalle, Eric·Published in Morphologie : bulletin de l'Association des anatomistes·2021·Chirurgie ONIRIS, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Legg Calvé Perthes disease in the dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A young small breed dog was diagnosed with Legg Calvé Perthes disease, a condition that affects the hip joint and can cause pain and limping. The diagnosis was made through a physical exam and imaging tests. Treatment typically involves surgery to relieve pain and improve mobility. Many dogs with this condition can recover well after surgery and return to normal activity levels.
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Abstract
Legg Calvé Perthes disease (LCPD) is a developmental abnormality that usually affects young small breed dogs. Although the etiology is still uncertain, the pathogenesis is very similar to that described in humans. Diagnosis with physical examination and medical imaging is relatively easy. Treatments offered in dogs, mainly surgical, are also presented. Legg Calvé Perthes disease has many similarities between children and puppies. Dog is therefore an interesting spontaneous model of aseptic osteonecrosis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33376048/