Pierre Robin Sequence: A Familial, Clinical, and Pathoanatomical Record of an Affected Dachshund

J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2015 Sep-Oct;51(5):352-7. doi: 10.5326/JAAHA-MS-6183.

Abstract

This study describes a spontaneous case of Pierre Robin sequence in a nonhuman animal species. A miniature dachshund with micrognathia developed glossoptosis, respiratory distress, dysphagia, temporomandibular ankylosis, and a misaligned upper jaw. The severity of this condition resulted in death by obstructive apnea at the age of 8 mo. Dogs with Pierre Robin sequence can provide further knowledge and a greater understanding of this abnormality, leading to better management of affected individuals and improvement of therapeutic methods.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Dog Diseases / congenital*
  • Dog Diseases / genetics
  • Dog Diseases / pathology
  • Dogs
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Genetic Predisposition to Disease
  • Male
  • Micrognathism / genetics
  • Micrognathism / pathology
  • Micrognathism / veterinary
  • Pedigree
  • Pierre Robin Syndrome / pathology
  • Pierre Robin Syndrome / veterinary*