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Peripheral hypomyelinization in two golden retriever littermates

M E Matz1, L Shell, K Braund

  • 1Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blackburg 24061.

Summary

Two Golden Retrievers experienced peripheral hypomyelinization, a nerve condition causing hind limb weakness and poor reflexes. This study identified abnormal nerve structures and function, suggesting a Schwann cell defect in this canine neurological disorder.

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