Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Sensory nerve disease causing incontinence in Border collie puppies
By Vermeersch, K et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2005·Small Animal Department·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Sensory neuropathy in two Border collie puppies.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Two Border collie puppies were diagnosed with a condition called sensory neuropathy, which affects their ability to feel sensations. One of the puppies also had urinary incontinence, meaning it had trouble controlling its bladder. Tests showed that the nerves responsible for sensation were damaged, and the issue is likely inherited. Unfortunately, there isn't a specific treatment for this condition, but managing symptoms and providing supportive care can help improve their quality of life.
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Abstract
A peripheral sensory neuropathy was diagnosed in two Border collie puppies. Neurological, electrophysiological and histopathological examinations suggested a purely sensory neuropathy with mainly distal involvement. Urinary incontinence was observed in one of the puppies and histological examination of the vagus nerve revealed degenerative changes. An inherited disorder was suspected.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15971901/