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European Society of Veterinary Cardiology screening guidelines for dilated cardiomyopathy in Doberman Pinschers
G Wess 1, O Domenech 2, J Dukes-McEwan 3, J Häggström 4, S Gordon 5
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PMID: 28965673
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Abstract
Background: Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the most common cardiac disease in large breed dogs and is inherited in Doberman Pinschers with a high prevalence (58%).
Objective: The European Society for Veterinary Cardiology convened a task force to formulate screening guidelines for DCM in Dobermans.
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​Another article worth a read:
J Vet Intern Med
. 2016 May 14;30(3):722–732. doi: 10.1111/jvim.13941
Predictors of Sudden Cardiac Death in Doberman Pinschers with Dilated Cardiomyopathy
L Klüser 1, PJ Holler 1, J Simak 1, G Tater 1, P Smets 1, D Rügamer 2, H Küchenhoff 2, G Wess 1,✉
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PMCID: PMC4913570 PMID: 27177626
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Doberman Pinschers with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) are at high risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD). Risk factors for SCD are poorly defined.
Entire article found here:
Predictors of Sudden Cardiac Death in Doberman Pinschers with Dilated Cardiomyopathy - PMC
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Here’s a new study published in June 2023 by the journal EMBARK Veterinary, and the Doberman Diversity Project.
The conclusion says...
“The 100% European lines are the highest risk for short life and die sooner because they are so inbred and inbred on sick lines that carry DCM and it's being used in both sides of the pedigree, this article clearly articulates that, breeders need to be "hybridizing-mixing" American, European working and show and HOBBY LINES to add genetic diversity and longevity back into the lines and doing so is how we can add life and longevity back to our lines…”