Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome in Dogs
2023
Değirmenci, Gaye | Yaygıngül, Rahime
Brachycephalic dogs are characterized by a shortened muzzle of varying sizes and a round and large head. These breeds include the Boston Terrier, English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Pug, Pekingese, Shih Tzu, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Brachycephalic airway syndrome is a common finding in brachycephalic breeds. A combination of primary and secondary changes can progress to life-threatening laryngeal collapse. In this review, information will be given about narrow nostrils, elongated soft palate, and everted laryngeal saccules, which are brachycephalic primary respiratory tract pathologies.
显示更多 [+] 显示较少 [-]