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Effects of a pragmatic lifestyle intervention for reducing body mass in obese adults with obstructive sleep apnoea: a randomised controlled trial [PDF]

, 2014
This study investigated the effects of a pragmatic lifestyle intervention in obese adults with continuous positive airway pressure-treated obstructive sleep apnoea hypopnoea syndrome (OSAHS).
Copeland, Robert, Billings, Cath, Copeland, Robert James, Bianchi, Stephen Mark, Winter, Edward Mitchell, Tew, Garry Alan, Winter, Edward, Tew, Garry, Bianchi, Stephen, Saxton, John Michael, Saxton, John, Billings, Catherine Grant, Moss, James, Stout, Martin   +13 more
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Surgical correction of stenotic nares using a single pedicle advancement flap technique in three brachycephalic cats

Veterinary Medicine and Science, 2023
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) comprises a group of anatomical upper respiratory tract abnormalities that collectively result in various degrees of upper respiratory tract obstruction. Stenotic nares is a common feature of BOAS, and in
Negin Rahimdoust Mozhdehi, Hamideh Salari Sedigh, Hossein Kazemi Mehrjerdi   +2 more
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Bilateral subconjunctival haemorrhage as a rare complication of ventral slot decompression in a dog

Veterinary Record Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 4, November 2026.
Abstract This case report demonstrates bilateral subconjunctival haemorrhage (SH) as a rare complication of ventral slot decompression in a dog. A 3‐year‐old, female, neutered, long‐haired French bulldog presented with cervical hyperaesthesia. Magnetic resonance imaging of the neck revealed a C2–C3 intervertebral disc extrusion (Hansen type I). A C2–C3
Theofanis Liatis, Irene Marsellés González, Iro Evangelia Vlachomitrou   +2 more
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Evaluation of risk factors for sleep‐disordered breathing in dogs

Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Background Brachycephalic dogs display sleep‐disordered breathing (SDB). The risk factors for SDB remain unknown. Objectives To identify risk factors for SDB.
Iida Niinikoski, Sari‐Leena Himanen, Mirja Tenhunen, Mimma Aromaa, Liisa Lilja‐Maula, Minna M. Rajamäki   +5 more
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Awake 160-Slice Computed Tomography for Upper Airway Evaluation in 17 Dogs

Veterinary Sciences
This study investigated using a 160-slice multidetector computed tomography (CT) scanner for conscious image acquisition in dogs with upper airway disease, and describes findings in dogs that had previously undergone soft palate surgery. Seventeen client-
Marius B. Stordalen, Sharyn Bray, Felicity Stringer, Callum Stonebrook, Sergio Guilherme, Jonathan P. Bray   +5 more
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Adjunctive Therapy With a Perna canaliculus and Euphausia superba Extract (EAB‐277TM) for Clinical Signs of Tracheal Collapse in Dogs: A Prospective, Randomized and Placebo‐Controlled Exploratory Trial

Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 5, September 2026.
Key findings: Adjunctive EAB‐277TM therapy may enhance airway health with the greatest improvements observed on Day 14 by improving exercise tolerance and reducing dynamic tracheal collapse. ABSTRACT Background Tracheal collapse is a common canine respiratory disease characterized by dorsoventral cartilage flattening, airway lumen narrowing and ...
Wasutorn Yangwanitset, Somkiat Huaijantug, Mookmanee Taechikantaphat, Melanie Hezzell, Walasinee Sakcamduang   +4 more
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Sleep Deprivation, Cytokine Dysregulation, and the Risk of Cardiac Arrhythmia in Dogs

Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 5, September 2026.
Sleep deprivation triggers systemic inflammation in dogs, activating cytokine networks (IL‐6, TNF, IFN‐γ) and JAK–STAT signalling. Network and enrichment analyses reveal immune‐cardiac interactions linked to altered electrophysiology and arrhythmia risk.
Adithya Sethumadhavan, Arun HS Kumar
wiley   +1 more source

BrachySound: machine learning based assessment of respiratory sounds in dogs

Scientific Reports, 2023
The early and accurate diagnosis of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) in dogs is pivotal for effective treatment and enhanced canine well-being. Owners often do underestimate the severity of BOAS in their dogs.
Ariel Oren, Jana D. Türkcü, Sebastian Meller, Teddy Lazebnik, Pia Wiegel, Rebekka Mach, Holger A. Volk, Anna Zamansky   +7 more
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Radiographic measurements of the trachea in domestic short haired and Persian cats [PDF]

, 2011
Tracheal diameter can be assessed from a thoracic radiograph, with assessment of tracheal diameter in dogs based on ratios between tracheal diameter and a skeletal measurement – however reference ranges are not available for the cat.
Hammond, G., Mary Geary, Gunn Moore, D., Danièlle Gunn-Moore, Coleman, E., Geary, M., Erica Coleman, Gawain Hammond   +7 more
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Digestive Diseases in Brachycephalic Dogs. [PDF]

, 2021
In addition to presenting with respiratory signs, many dogs with brachycephalic airway obstructive syndrome show digestive tract signs related to the same conformational abnormalities.
German, Alexander J, Freiche, Valérie
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