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Role of biomarkers in the diagnosis of myxomatous mitral valve disease in canines

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study focuses on identifying the occult stage of Myxomatous Mitral Valve Degeneration (MMVD) in dogs through the use of cardiac biomarkers. Serum NT-proBNP levels were found to be significantly higher in MMVD than in the healthy control group, suggesting an enlargement of the heart.

Source: International Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry

DOI: 10.22271/veterinary.2025.v10.i9e.2576

Authors: Rajesh Koduru, Vaikunta Rao V, Lakshmi Rani N, Ravi Kumar P, Sreenu M

Institution: Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414617631