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German Spitz dogs with GUCY2D gene variants show promise as a model for Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA). Their retinal similarities to humans with LCA support potential gene therapy research.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Genetics
  • Comparative Medicine

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  • Human and canine eyes share anatomical and physiological similarities.
  • Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA) is a severe inherited retinal disease.
  • Gene variants in GUCY2D are a known cause of LCA in humans.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate similarities and differences between humans with GUCY2D-associated LCA and German Spitz dogs with hereditary retinopathy.
  • To assess the potential of this canine model for gene therapy research in LCA.

Main Methods:

  • Review of medical records, genetic testing, and ophthalmological examinations.
  • Data collected included genotyping, fundus photography, visual acuity, fundus autofluorescence, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and electroretinography (ERG).

Main Results:

  • Both human and canine groups showed subtle fundus abnormalities and severely reduced or absent ERG responses.
  • OCT revealed decreased retinal thickness and outer retinal layer alterations in humans.
  • Affected dogs exhibited focal neurosensory retinal detachments.

Conclusions:

  • The German Spitz model with GUCY2D variants demonstrates significant parallels in retinal structure and function to human LCA.
  • This canine model represents a promising candidate for preclinical gene therapy studies for LCA.