Evaluation of systemic consequences of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome in dogs
Veterinary Record, EarlyView.Abstract Background Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) results from upper airway anatomical abnormalities and may cause systemic effects depending on severity. Methods A prospective, case‒control and observational study was conducted.
Andréia Coutinho Facin +11 more
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Dermatological Problems of Brachycephalic Dogs
Animals, 2023 Brachycephalic dogs are not only affected by brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS), but are also frequently referred to veterinary dermatologists for skin conditions, with English bulldogs and pugs particularly over-represented.
Stefan Hobi +2 more
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Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association, 2017 ABSTRACT Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome is a common problem in certain breeds, and may necessitate surgical procedures, such as rhinoplasty, palatoplasty, laryngeal sacculectomy, and/or arytenoid laryngoplasty, to improve the quality of life.
Jenny, Ellis, Elizabeth Ann, Leece
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Vertebral Vascular Canal Dysplasia in Three Brachycephalic Breeds and Its Relationship With BOAS Grade. [PDF]
Vet Radiol UltrasoundABSTRACT The relationship between vertebral vascular canal dilation and raised intra‐abdominal and intrathoracic pressures has been observed in humans. Vertebral vascular canal dysplasia (VVCD) has recently been reported as a vertebral anomaly in brachycephalic dogs.
de Almeida Coelho M +3 more
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Evaluation of C-reactive protein, Haptoglobin and cardiac troponin 1 levels in brachycephalic dogs with upper airway obstructive syndrome [PDF]
BMC Veterinary Research, 2012 Background Brachycephalic dogs have unique upper respiratory anatomy with abnormal breathing patterns similar to those in humans with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS).
Planellas Marta +8 more
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Short-term changes in clinical status, cardiovascular function and heart rate variability after staphylectomy and alarplasty in French Bulldogs with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome [PDF]
BMC Veterinary ResearchShort-term effects of elongated soft palate correction on cardiovascular function and heart rate variability (HRV) were studied in eleven French Bulldogs with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS). The oxygen saturation (SpO2), blood pressure
Anak Agung Gde Fandhiananta Widyanjaya +5 more
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Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)
Preoperative care protocol for dogs with Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. It emphasizes extended fasting times and pre‑visit anxiety‑reducing medications to minimize stress.
Cassie Lux
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An unusual soft palate abnormality in a French bulldog puppy with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) - case report [PDF]
Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e ZootecniaWe report an accidental finding of an unusual soft palate abnormality in a 9-month-old female French bulldog diagnosed with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS).
J.N.P. Castro +4 more
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Quantitative gastrointestinal ultrasonographic evaluation in brachycephalic dogs with obstructive airway syndrome [PDF]
Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira: Respiratory obstruction in brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) can lead to secondary gastrointestinal alterations. This study aimed to quantitatively assess the echogenicity of the stomach, duodenum, and jejunum in dogs affected by ...
Isabella A. Fabris +12 more
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Does a metoclopramide CRI reduce the risk of regurgitation associated with BOAS surgery in dogs? [PDF]
Veterinary EvidencePICO Question In dogs undergoing brachycephalic airway obstruction syndrome (BOAS) surgery does intraoperative constant rate infusion (CRI) of metoclopramide reduce the risk of regurgitation in the perioperative period?
Neil Fraser
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