Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nasopharyngeal turbinates in brachycephalic dogs and cats.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Ginn, Jennifer A et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Medical Sciences · United States
Plain-English summary
This study looked at the presence of extra nasal structures called nasopharyngeal turbinates in flat-faced dogs and cats that were having trouble breathing. Researchers reviewed medical records for 53 dogs and 10 cats with these breathing issues, finding that about 21% of them had these extra turbinates. Pugs were particularly affected, making up 32% of the dogs in the study and 82% of those with the extra structures. The study suggests that these turbinates might contribute to breathing problems in pets with brachycephalic airway syndrome, which is a condition common in flat-faced breeds.
Abstract
This retrospective study reports the presence and incidence of nasal turbinates in the nasopharynx (nasopharyngeal turbinates) in a population of brachycephalic dogs and cats exhibiting signs of upper respiratory disease. Medical records were reviewed for 53 brachycephalic dogs and 10 brachycephalic cats undergoing upper airway endoscopy. Nasopharyngeal turbinates were identified in 21% of brachycephalic animals, including 21% of dogs and 20% of cats. Pugs accounted for 32% of all dogs in the study population and 82% of dogs with nasopharyngeal turbinates. The presence of nasopharyngeal turbinates may play a role in upper airway obstruction in the brachycephalic airway syndrome.
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