Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nasal problems in brachycephalic dogs and cats
By Ginn, Jennifer A et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2008·Department of Medical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Nasopharyngeal turbinates in brachycephalic dogs and cats.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of brachycephalic dogs and cats, which have short noses and flat faces, showed signs of upper respiratory issues during examinations. In a study of 53 dogs and 10 cats, about 21% of them had extra nasal structures called nasopharyngeal turbinates that could be contributing to their breathing problems. Pugs were particularly affected, making up a large portion of the dogs with these extra turbinates. Understanding this condition can help veterinarians better manage breathing difficulties in these breeds.
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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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