Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine inflammatory bowel disease: current and prospective biomarkers for diagnosis and management.
- Journal:
- Compendium (Yardley, PA)
- Year:
- 2013
- Authors:
- Collins, Mickila T
- Affiliation:
- Animal Specialty Group · United States
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a common stomach issue in dogs that can cause various symptoms. Right now, veterinarians usually check how well a dog is doing based on their signs of illness, but there is a need for better tests that can help track the disease and how well treatments are working. Researchers have been looking for simple and affordable lab tests that can show how active the disease is and help monitor the dog's progress over time. This article discusses the different tests that are currently available for dogs with IBD. Overall, while there are some promising options, more work is needed to find the best ways to manage this condition.
Abstract
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a common gastrointestinal disorder of dogs. Current management strategies for this disease typically involve assessing the patient for resolution of clinical signs. Biologic markers that can be used to objectively assess the natural progression and predict the course of clinical disease, including response to treatment, are needed. Over the past 5 to 10 years, there has been an ongoing search for a cost-effective, minimally invasive laboratory parameter that can detect disease activity and aid in monitoring treatment. This article reviews the biomarkers currently available for evaluating dogs with IBD.
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