Species: Dog
Condition: Tetralogy of Fallot
Organ System: Urogenital
Tetralogy of Fallot is the collective term for a group of heart disorders which often occur together. They are believed to be the result of abnormal development of the conotruncal septum which is part of the tissue which separates the heart into chambers, enabling correct blood flow. These defects place additional strain on the heart and can also mean that your dog’s blood has a reduced oxygen content. The condition appears to be painless, however affected dogs tend to be small and lethargic. Surgery is currently impractical in dogs however milder cases can often be controlled with medication and careful management of your dog.
Breeds exposed to Tetralogy of Fallot – Research Reference
“St Bernard Cross – (Rubin 1989
“Pekingese Cross – (Gaynor
“Bull Terrier Cross – (Rubin 1989
“British Bulldog Cross – (Rubin 1989
“American Cocker Spaniel Cross – (Morgan
“Pekingese – (Gaynor
“American Cocker Spaniel – (Morgan
“British Bulldog – (Rubin 1989
“Bull Terrier – (Rubin 1989
“St Bernard – (Rubin 1989
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
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This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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