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Ischemic stroke in Greyhounds: 21 cases (2007-2013)
Marc Kent1, Eric N Glass, Allison C Haley
1Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|June 19, 2014
Summary
Greyhounds appear predisposed to ischemic stroke, with hypertension possibly contributing. Coagulation abnormalities were not found to be a factor in these canine stroke cases.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Canine Medicine
Background:
- Ischemic stroke is a serious neurological condition in dogs.
- Understanding breed-specific predispositions is crucial for diagnosis and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of ischemic stroke in Greyhounds.
- To investigate potential contributing factors such as coagulation abnormalities and hypertension in affected Greyhounds.
Main Methods:
- A multi-institutional retrospective study reviewed medical records and MRI images of 21 Greyhounds diagnosed with ischemic stroke.
- Prevalence was calculated and compared to non-Greyhound breeds.
- Coagulation and blood pressure were assessed in affected dogs.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of ischemic stroke in Greyhounds was 0.66%.
- Greyhounds were significantly more likely to present with ischemic stroke compared to other breeds.
- Hypertension was identified in 6 of 14 tested Greyhounds; coagulation abnormalities were not found.
Conclusions:
- Greyhounds exhibit a predisposition to ischemic stroke.
- Hypertension may be a contributing factor, while coagulation issues appear unlikely.
- Monitoring blood pressure and considering antihypertensive treatment in Greyhounds with stroke is recommended.
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