Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Advanced degenerative mitral valve disease and congestive heart failure in dogs
- Journal:
- Companion Animal
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Harris, Joanne
- Affiliation:
- HeartVets cardiology referrals and online diagnostic interpretation, Holter monitoring service, Based at Vale Referrals, The Animal Hospital, Stinchcombe, Dursley GL11 6AJ with clinics throughout the south-west UK and Wales · United Kingdom
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD) is the most common cardiovascular disease in dogs and is a major cause of congestive heart failure (CHF) in this species. This article reviews the pathophysiology and natural history of the disease and provides a summary of current recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of dogs with advanced DMVD and CHF.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://doi.org/10.12968/coan.2014.19.4.196