Hyposomatotropism Flashcards

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Hyposomatotropism

Signalment

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German shepherds

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Hyposomatotropism

Pathophysiology

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Congenital lesion

Autosomal recessive trait

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Hyposomatotropism

Clinical signs/physical exam

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Poor wt gain

Unthrifty body condition

Juvenile hair coat

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Hyposomatotropism

Diagnostics

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GH levels
IgF-1 levels
Xylazine response test

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Hyposomatotropism

Treatment

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Hormone supplementation

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Hyposomatotropism

Prognosis

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Good

Normal life span and quality of life with treatment

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