Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
New insights into degenerative mitral valve disease in dogs.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2004
- Authors:
- Häggström, Jens et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD) is the most common cardiac disease in dogs. Although the disease is frequently described in the veterinary literature, many aspects are still unknown or controversial. Based on recent research findings, this article addresses the etiology, pathogenesis, inheritance, diagnosis of early DMVD, diagnosis of mild decompensated heart failure, and efficacy of early medical intervention in clinically compensated dogs.
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