Phenotypic characterization of paroxysmal dyskinesia in Maltese dogs.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Paroxysmal dyskinesias (PDs) are a group of central nervous system diseases characterized by episodes of abnormal involuntary hyperkinetic movement without altered consciousness that increasingly have been recognized in dogs.

Objectives

To present the phenotypical characterization, treatment, and outcome of a PD observed in Maltese dogs.

Animals

Client-owned Maltese dogs (n = 19) with presumed diagnosis of PD.

Methods

Data were collected retrospectively from medical records (2014-2019), and supporting information was added prospectively by using a questionnaire directed to the owners of the affected dogs.

Results

The episodes were characterized mainly by sudden dystonia of ≥1 limbs and generalized body tremors with preserved consciousness. The

SUBMITTER: Polidoro D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7379016 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature