Osteochondromatosis is a musculoskeletal and connective tissue disease. It is a benign condition that involves the synovial membranes in joints. Cartilage overdevelops in these spaces, leading to joint damage and discomfort.
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Clinical signs include swelling, tenderness, creaking or grinding, and/or joints with a limited range of motion.
A veterinarian will conduct a thorough exam, including a review of health history and any clinical signs. Radiographs of joints help with a definitive diagnosis. Genetic testing is necessary to determine if there is an underlying genetic cause, which can assist veterinarians with diagnosis and help breeders identify affected and carrier dogs.
Friedenberg SG, Vansteenkiste D, Yost O, Treeful AE, Meurs KM, Tokarz DA, Olby NJ. A de novo mutation in the EXT2 gene associated with osteochondromatosis in a litter of American Staffordshire Terriers. J Vet Intern Med. 2018 May;32(3):986-992. doi: 10.1111/jvim.15073. Epub 2018 Feb 27. PMID: 29485212; PMCID: PMC5980316.
Disease diagnosis and treatment should always be performed by a veterinarian. The following information is for educational purposes only.
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