Hypoplasia of dens
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Hypoplasia of dens is a congenital non-formation of the pivot point of the second cervical vertebra, which leads to spinal cord damage.[1] Onset of the condition may occur at any age, producing signs ranging from neck pain to quadriplegia.[2] Hypoplasia of dens affects dogs. It is more commonly seen in certain breeds, including the Chihuahua, the Papillon, the Pointer and the Yorkshire Terrier.[1]
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- ↑ a b "Hereditary and Congenital Diseases of Purebred Dogs." Retrieved from Script error: No such module "citation/CS1". on 2007-03-13.
- ↑ "Breed Predisposition to Disease and Congenital Conditions," Dr. Bob's All Creatures Site. Retrieved from http://www.petdoc.ws/BreedPre.htm on 2007-03-13.
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