Metabolic and Idiopathic Bone Disease

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What is a key characteristic of an idiopathic disease?

  • It always requires aggressive treatment.
  • It develops without a known cause. (correct)
  • It presents with the same signs in every individual.
  • It is always fatal.

What is the typical signalment for dogs affected by panosteitis?

  • Young, fast-growing, large-breed dogs (correct)
  • Middle-aged, medium-sized dogs
  • Older, small breed dogs
  • Any dog, regardless of age or breed

What is the most common clinical sign associated with panosteitis?

  • Skin lesions
  • Seizures
  • Weight gain
  • Shifting leg lameness (correct)

What radiographic change is most indicative of panosteitis?

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What is the typical treatment approach for panosteitis?

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Up to how long can the clinical signs of panosteitis last?

<p>9 months (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pain associated with panosteitis is typically elicited by palpation of what?

<p>Diaphysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of the pathogenesis of panosteitis?

<p>Medullary edema and capillary distension (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is characterized by severe pain and swelling of the distal radius, ulna, and tibia in young dogs?

<p>Hypertrophic osteodystrophy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age are dogs typically affected by hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

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Which radiographic sign is characteristic of hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

<p>Double physis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

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Which of the following is a possible cause of hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

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What is a key systemic sign associated with hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

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What is the underlying pathophysiology of hypertrophic osteodystrophy related to neutrophils?

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Which of the following breeds is most commonly affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

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What is the most prominent clinical sign of craniomandibular osteopathy?

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What is the typical signalment for dogs affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

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What is the prognosis for most animals affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

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Which of the following is a frequent sequela in animals affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

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Which of the following structures are affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

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What is the underlying pathophysiology of craniomandibular osteopathy?

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What is the treatment for craniomandibular osteopathy?

<p>There is no treatment for this condition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year was Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (LCP) first described?

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Which of the following best describes the underlying pathophysiology of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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Which of the following signalments is most commonly associated with Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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What is a common clinical sign of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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Which of the following radiographic findings would be most suggestive of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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What does 'moth eaten' refer to in the context of describing radiographic changes associated with Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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What percentage of success can medical management yield for Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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What is the treatment of choice for Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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Which of the following is true regarding cases of Legg-Calvé-Perthes?

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Which of the following best describes the clinical presentation of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO)?

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In the majority of cases, what underlying condition is associated with Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy?

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In what percentage of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO) cases is thoracic cancer present?

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Which action may lead to regression of bone lesions associated with hypertrophic pulmonary osteopathy, if a single thoracic mass is present?

<p>Lobectomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a patient has a single thoracic mass and undergoes lobectomy, how long might regression of related bone lesions take?

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Which of the following is a cause of Vitamin D deficiency (Rickets)?

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What are the matrices doing in regards to Vitamin D deficiency?

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In cases of Rickets, which of the following histological changes occur?

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What is a common skeletal deformity seen in Rickets?

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In the provided clinical case, what clinical chemistry finding was noted in the intact female Dromedary Camel?

<p>Marked hyperphosphatemia and normal calcium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Normal bone is replaced by what type of tissue in Fibrous Osteodystrophy?

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Which of the following is a potential cause of secondary hyperparathyroidism?

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Nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism is most likely caused by:

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Which of the following is the best terminology to describe a specific bone disease?

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In the context of bone diseases, what is the primary characteristic of a disease described as 'idiopathic'?

<p>The cause of the disease is unknown or uncertain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical age range during which dogs are affected by panosteitis?

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What type of treatment is generally recommended for cases of panosteitis in dogs?

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In canine hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD), which bones are most commonly affected?

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What radiographic finding characterizes hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

<p>Double physis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common signalment for dogs affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

<p>Young West Highland white terriers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What radiographic feature helps to characterize panosteitis?

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What is the primary cause of pain associated with panosteitis?

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What histopathological change is observed in bone marrow of dogs affected by panosteitis?

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Which infectious agents are considered potential causes of hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

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What is the underlying mechanism that causes inflammation in hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

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Which of the following is a clinical sign associated with hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

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What is often the end result of craniomandibular osteopathy in dogs?

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What term describes the bone formation process in craniomandibular osteopathy?

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Which of the following is a common physical examination finding in dogs with Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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Which of the following best describes the radiographic findings of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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Besides active ROM, what activity can assist with treatment of Legg-Calvé-Perthes?

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What percentage of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO) cases are associated with pulmonary disease?

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What specific clinical sign is associated with Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy?

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How long may regression of bone lesions take in Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO), after performing a lobectomy to remove a single thoracic mass?

<p>3-4 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What skeletal structure in the body is effected by Rickets?

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In regards to Vitamin D deficiency (Rickets), which of the following are not being mineralized?

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In cases of Rickets, bone cortex becomes:

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When it comes to terminology, what is a better way to describe a condition to avoid confusion?

<p>Vitamin D deficiency due to inadequate sun exposure (UVB) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a farm has multiple animals afflicted with lesions on their face that have persisted, what can that indicate?

<p>Nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In secondary hyperparathyroidism, it is caused by diet imbalance and deficiencies. Which of the following are those?

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What histopathological diagnosis can be yielded when analyzing bone?

<p>Fibrous osteodystrophy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When normal bone is resorbed and replaced with fibrous connective tissue and woven bone, this is termed:

<p>Fibrous osteodystrophy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A camel presents with large bilateral masses on the mandible and maxilla, accompanied by hyperphosphatemia and normal calcium levels. Several other camels on the same farm exhibit similar lesions. All kidney analysis is normal. If the parathyroid glands cannot be located, what possible cause is this?

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A veterinarian is examining a herd of young alpacas showing signs of skeletal deformities. Blood samples reveal Vitamin D deficiency. What error could prevent this?

<p>Mixing errors in commercial feed formulations, leading to inadequate Vitamin D levels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In panosteitis, which portion of the long bones is most commonly affected?

<p>Diaphysis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely underlying cause of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (LCP)?

<p>Compromised blood supply to the femoral head (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO), which of the following is the most common primary cause?

<p>Thoracic cancer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of parathormone (PTH) on bone in cases of nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism?

<p>Increases bone resorption (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A young dog presents with lameness and pain localized to the metaphyseal region of its long bones. Radiographs reveal a distinct radiolucent line parallel to the physis. Which condition is most likely?

<p>Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential treatment method that aims to resolve the underlying cause of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO) when associated with Spirocerca lupi?

<p>Surgical removal of the esophageal granuloma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the term 'avascular necrosis' considered inaccurate when describing Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

<p>Bone resorption requires a vascular supply. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lab finding would help differentiate nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism from Vitamin D deficiency?

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A dog presents with HPO. Diagnostic workup reveals no thoracic abnormalities. Which condition cannot cause HPO?

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A miniature pinscher presents with hind limb lameness. Radiographs reveal lysis, collapse, and a 'moth-eaten' appearance of the femoral head and neck. Knowing that inherited syndromes causing vitamin D resistance exist, mutations of which protein would NOT cause these issues?

<p>Megalin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of idiopathic bone diseases?

<p>The underlying cause is unknown. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cases of panosteitis, where is pain typically elicited?

<p>Diaphyseal region of long bones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the typical radiographic appearance of panosteitis?

<p>Intramedullary sclerosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common clinical sign observed in dogs affected by panosteitis?

<p>Unilateral shifting leg lameness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In canine hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD), what is the 'double physis sign'?

<p>A second radiolucent line runs parallel with the physis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What systemic signs are commonly associated with Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy?

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In cases of craniomandibular osteopathy, which of the following clinical signs indicates a severe disease progression?

<p>Inability to open the mouth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely outcome for a dog diagnosed with craniomandibular osteopathy?

<p>Euthanasia due to poor quality of life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the underlying problem in Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

<p>Avascular necrosis of the femoral head (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary indication for surgical intervention in cases of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

<p>To alleviate chronic pain and improve limb function (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of identifying a pulmonary lesion in a patient presenting with signs of hypertrophic osteopathy?

<p>It suggests the primary cause of the bone proliferation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take for bone lesions to regress following lung lobectomy in cases of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy?

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What is the primary issue in rickets that leads to skeletal abnormalities?

<p>Failure of mineralization of osteoid and cartilage matrix (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most accurate and specific way to describe a case of rickets?

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What is the underlying mechanism in secondary hyperparathyroidism that leads to fibrous osteodystrophy?

<p>Resorption of normal bone with replacement by fibrous connective tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be the most important next step in diagnosing multiple camels with similar lesions on their faces?

<p>Test the food (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is early mobilization important for a patient who undergoes a femoral head ostectomy (FHO)?

<p>To encourage the formation of a fibrous pseudo-joint with good range of motion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes 'shifting leg lameness' as it relates to panosteitis?

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What is the primary component of supportive treatment for dogs with panosteitis?

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What anatomical location is most severely affected in cases of hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

<p>Metaphysis of long bones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment goal for hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

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In craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO), what specific bones are most commonly affected?

<p>Mandible and tympanic bulla (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following clinical signs is most indicative of craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO) in dogs?

<p>Severe painful mandibular swelling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common long-term consequence of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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What radiographic finding is typically observed in Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

<p>'Moth-eaten' appearance of the femoral head and neck (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO), what is the typical relationship between the pulmonary condition and the bone lesions?

<p>The bone lesions are triggered by the pulmonary condition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What radiographic finding is often associated with Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO)?

<p>Periosteal new bone formation along the long bones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary defect in rickets that affects bone structure?

<p>Defective mineralization of osteoid and cartilage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential cause of nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism?

<p>Dietary imbalance of calcium or phosphorus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cases of nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism, what happens to bone structure?

<p>Resorption of normal bone and replacement with fibrous tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'idiopathic' refer to in the context of bone diseases?

<p>A disease that develops without a known cause (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of recognizing the 'double physis sign' on radiographs of a young dog?

<p>It is a pathognomonic sign of hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD). (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What underlying pathogenic factor would be LEAST likely to cause Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy?

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Which characteristic is NOT a typical feature of hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

<p>Shift leg lameness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A young dog presents with lameness and the following radiographic report: lysis, collapse, and a 'moth-eaten' appearance of the femoral head and neck. Which is the most likely diagnosis?

<p>Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A dog is diagnosed with Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO) secondary to a lung tumor. What is the pathophysiologic mechanism that links the lung tumor to the bone changes observed in the limbs?

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Following a femoral head ostectomy (FHO), what are the goals of rehabilitation?

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A young dog presents with shifting leg lameness. On radiographs, you observe increased medullary opacity with poorly defined borders but it extends to the metaphysis. Which of the following answers gives the correct disease and primary location for radiographic changes?

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What could be the misleading part of the term 'avascular necrosis' when describing Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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A group of alpacas on a farm present with skeletal deformities. Blood samples reveal vitamin D deficiency. Assuming the issue is not a malignant syndrome, what is the most likely error?

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Which of the following diseases does NOT cause the same bloodwork abnormalities as the rest?

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Which statement best describes an idiopathic disease?

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What is a typical characteristic of pain associated with panosteitis?

<p>Pain is elicited by palpation of the diaphysis of long bones. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What radiographic finding is most indicative of panosteitis in a young dog?

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What is the primary focus of treatment for panosteitis?

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Which term describes the shifting nature of lameness associated with panosteitis?

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What histologic finding is associated with pain in panosteitis?

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What is the primary clinical sign associated with hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

<p>Severe pain and swelling of the metaphyses of long bones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What radiographic sign is most characteristic of hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)?

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What is the most important aspect of treatment for hypertrophic osteodystrophy?

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In hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD), accumulation of what cell type primarily mediates metaphyseal inflammation?

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What is a potential long-term sequela of hypertrophic osteodystrophy involving the physes?

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Which of the following best describes the typical clinical presentation of craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO)?

<p>Severe, painful swelling of the mandible and potential involvement of the tympanic bullae (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What radiographic changes are typically observed in animals with craniomandibular osteopathy?

<p>Symmetric bilateral proliferation of new bone on the mandible and possibly the tympanic bullae (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely outcome for an animal severely affected by craniomandibular osteopathy?

<p>Euthanasia due to inability to eat and maintain quality of life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Histologically, what characterizes the bone changes observed in craniomandibular osteopathy?

<p>Osteoclastic resorption with periosteal and endosteal new bone formation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the underlying issue in Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (LCP)?

<p>Avascular necrosis of the femoral head (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the term 'aseptic necrosis' sometimes used to describe Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

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A young terrier presents with unilateral hind limb lameness, pain on hip extension, and muscle atrophy. Radiographs reveal a flattened, moth-eaten appearance of the femoral head. What is the most likely diagnosis?

<p>Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surgical procedure is commonly performed to treat Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease?

<p>Femoral head ostectomy (FHO) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized when caring for a patient following a femoral head ostectomy (FHO) to treat LCP?

<p>Early and aggressive physical therapy to promote a pseudo-joint. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In most cases of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO), what underlying condition is typically associated with the bone changes?

<p>Pulmonary disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO) cases are associated with pulmonary tumors?

<p>91% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary approach to resolve bone lesions associated with Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO) when a single lung tumor is identified?

<p>Surgical removal of the lung tumor (lobectomy) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the typical radiographic appearance of Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO)?

<p>Symmetric periosteal new bone formation along the diaphysis of long bones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental defect in rickets that leads to skeletal abnormalities?

<p>Failure of mineralization of osteoid and cartilage matrix (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Deficiencies in which nutrients are directly associated with the development of rickets?

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Histologically, what change is typically observed in the physis in cases of rickets?

<p>Thickening of the physis due to a failure of normal bone formation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following skeletal deformities is commonly associated with rickets?

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In an adult camel diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism due to a parathyroid tumor, how does this directly affect bone structure and composition?

<p>It causes resorption of normal bone, replaced by fibrous connective tissue (fibrous osteodystrophy). (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hallmark of fibrous osteodystrophy on a cellular level?

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If a group of adult iguanas are housed indoors without proper UVB lighting, which of the following is most likely to develop?

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A camel presents with large bilateral masses on the mandible and maxilla, accompanied by hyperphosphatemia and normal calcium levels. Several other camels on the same farm exhibit similar lesions. All kidney analysis is normal and unable to palpate an enlarged parathyroid. What is the most likely cause?

<p>Nutritional imbalances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A veterinarian is examining a herd of young alpacas showing signs of skeletal deformities. Blood samples reveal Vitamin D deficiency. Assuming husbandry is to blame, what error is most suspect?

<p>Sampling and testing in an appropriate timeframe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate and specific way to describe a case of rickets in a young animal?

<p>Dietary calcium or vitamin D deficiency resulting in failure of bone mineralization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When describing a bone disease, why is using more specific terminology preferable to a broad term like 'rickets' or 'osteomalacia'?

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In a herd of camels, several animals present with similar lesions of the mandible and maxilla. What is the most important next step in establishing a definitive diagnosis?

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A farm with multiple animals afflicted with similar persistent lesions on their faces is MOST indicative of what?

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In cases of nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism, it is caused by diet imbalance and deficiencies. Which of the following are those?

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Flashcards

Idiopathic Disease

A disease that develops with no known cause.

Panosteitis

Bone disease in young, fast-growing, large-breed dogs typically between 5-12 months old.

Panosteitis in radiographs

Radiographic changes on the diaphysis, extending to the metaphysis.

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy

Condition affecting young, rapidly growing large and giant breed dogs, usually between 2-8 months. Causes severe pain and swelling of the distal radius, ulna, and tibia.

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Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO)

Young dogs of West Highland White, Scottish, and Cairn Terrier breeds affected by autosomal recessive bone disease.

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Craniomandibular Osteopathy Characteristics

Non-inflammatory, non-neoplastic, proliferative bone disease of growing dogs which results in euthanasia.

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Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease

Idiopathic condition in adolescent small breed dogs, involving avascular necrosis of the femoral head.

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Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO)

Disease characterized by reluctance to move, firm swelling of the distal limbs, and lameness due to an underlying pulmonary issue, most commonly, thoracic cancer.

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Vitamin D Deficiency (Rickets)

Disease of growing bones which is caused by a deficiency of phosphorus, calcium, or vitamin D. Leads to failure of mineralization of osteoid and cartilaginous matrix which causes both matrices to accumulate.

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Metabolic Bone Disease

Refers to disorders of bone strength due to abnormalities of minerals like calcium or phosphorus, or vitamin D.

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Rickets

Softening of the bones in children.

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Osteomalacia

Softening of the bones in adults.

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Fibrous osteodystrophy

This refers to a histological diagnosis where normal bone is replaced by fibrous connective tissue and woven bone.

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Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

Can be the result of renal disease, nutritional deficiencies or Vitamin D deficiency. This is a secondary form.

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Metabolic bone disease cause

Metabolic bone disease is caused by abnormalities of minerals or vitamin D.

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What is Panosteitis?

Also known as eosinophilic panosteitis or enostosis, it affects long tubular bones in young, growing large and giant breed dogs.

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Clinical Signs of Panosteitis

Sudden onset lameness without trauma history, may shift from one leg to another. Periods of normal gait may occur between lameness episodes.

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Radiographic Findings of Panosteitis

Radiographic lesions typically found in the diaphysis of long bones, often near the nutrient foramen, with increased density and mottling of the medullary canal.

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Treatment & Prognosis for Panosteitis

It is symptomatic using NSAIDs. Prognosis is excellent as it tends to be self-limiting.

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Signs of Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD)

Warm, painful swelling of the metaphyseal areas of long bones, commonly affecting the distal radius, ulna, and tibia in young, large-breed dogs.

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Radiographic findings of HOD

Increased bone density in the metaphysis progresses to a radiolucent line parallel to the physis, followed by extraperiosteal ossification.

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Etiology & Treatment of HOD

The cause is unknown, treatment is focused on correcting the diet imbalance, analgesics, and supportive treatment until remission.

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Characteristics of Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Symmetrical and bilateral bony proliferation affecting the mandible, occipital bone, and tympanic bullae in terrier breeds.

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Clinical Signs of Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Pain in the jaw, reluctance to open the mouth, and a warm, enlarged jaw.

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Synovial Osteochondromatosis

Nodules of fibrocartilage and bone form in the synovial layer of the joint capsule.

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Shifting Leg Lameness

Limping that changes from one leg to another.

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Sclerosis (of bone)

Hardening of bone, appearing whiter on radiographs.

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Double Physis Sign

A diagnostic sign of HOD where a second radiolucent line runs parallel to the physis.

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Subjacent

Below and next to another structure.

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Ptyalism

Excessive drooling.

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Avascular Necrosis

Necrosis due to lack of blood supply.

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FHO/FHNE

Cutting off the femoral head to alleviate hip discomfort.

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Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

Condition caused by dietary imbalance of calcium and phosphorus.

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Lung Lobectomy

Removal of a lung lobe to treat a lung tumor.

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HOD – Clinical signs

Severe pain and swelling of the distal radius and ulna in large breed dogs.

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Moth-eaten

Lysis or breakdown of femoral head resulting in patchy lucency.

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Study Notes

Panosteitis

  • Idiopathic disease, meaning it develops without an apparent or known cause, though a recognizable pattern of signs and symptoms exists.
  • Most common in young, fast-growing, large-breed dogs, particularly German Shepherds.
  • Can occur in dogs aged 5-12 months, but may affect dogs up to 7 years old.
  • Symptoms include pain upon palpation of the diaphysis (mid-shaft) of long bones, which differentiates this from other diseases affecting the ends of the bones.
  • Radiographs reveal intramedullary sclerosis (hardening) of the bone, appearing as whiter areas.
  • Supportive care is the primary treatment, including fluids, pain relievers, and rest.
  • Shifting leg lameness is a characteristic symptom as the disease can affect multiple limbs.
  • Clinical signs may persist for up to nine months.
  • Radiographic changes typically start in the diaphysis, and may extend to the metaphysis.
  • Patchy intramedullary opacity is visible on radiographs.
  • The proximal to central third of the femur and distal third of the humerus are common locations.
  • Radiographic signs include increased medullary opacity with indistinct borders.
  • Histopathology shows hyperemia (excess red cells) in the bone marrow with osteoclastic resorption of trabeculae.
  • Medullary edema and distension of capillaries are believed to be the source of pain.

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD)

  • Also known as metaphyseal osteopathy.
  • Affects young, rapidly growing, usually giant-breed dogs between 2-8 months old.
  • The exact cause is unknown, with speculated causes remaining unproven.
  • Severe pain and swelling of the distal radius and ulna are typical symptoms, though other bones may be affected.
  • A classic radiographic appearance includes a double physis sign: an additional radiolucent line running subjacent (below and parallel) to the normal physis.
  • Histologically, severe neutrophilic entrapment is observed at the chondroosseus junction of the metaphysis.
  • Inflammation and necrosis occur in the metaphysis.
  • Periosteal new bone growth can bridge the physis, leading to angular limb deformities.
  • Systemic signs may include anorexia, weight loss, fever, depression, and even death.
  • Treatment is supportive, addressing systemic signs and pain.
  • Affected animals may develop angular deformities requiring corrective osteotomies.
  • "Subjacent" refers to the area below and toward the center of the bone, specifically the metaphyseal side away from the epiphysis.

Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO)

  • Affects terrier breeds, especially West Highland White, Scottish, and Cairn Terriers, with a likely autosomal recessive inheritance.
  • Possible in other breeds, including Labrador, Great Dane, and Doberman.
  • Begins to become noticeable between 3-6 months of age.
  • Characterized by severe, painful mandibular swelling.
  • Symptoms include pain when opening the mouth, ptyalism (drooling), and inability to open the mouth.
  • Intermittent fever and lethargy may also be present.
  • Radiographs show endosteal and periosteal new bone formation on the mandible and tympanic bulla.
  • A non-inflammatory, non-neoplastic proliferative bone disease of growing dogs.
  • Bilaterally symmetric.
  • Histologically, osteoclastic resorption and periosteal/endosteal new bone formation are seen in the mandible, tympanic bulla, occipital, and temporal bones.
  • Fusion of the bones can occur/making opening the mouth impossible.
  • No known treatment exists, often resulting in euthanasia.
  • Lesions are bilateral and symmetrical.
  • Analgesics may help with pain and fever.

Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease (LCP)

  • Also known as avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head.
  • Avascular necrosis of the femoral head. Aseptic necrosis is incorrect nomenclature.
  • Characterized by avascular necrosis (loss of blood supply) to the femoral head, leading to bone death and collapse.
  • The same disease occurs in children and dogs (terriers and toy breeds primarily).
  • Affects terriers and toy breeds, but can occur in other breeds.
  • Peak incidence occurs in young dogs aged 5-8 months; bilateral in 10-15% of cases.
  • A chronic, non-traumatic cause of hindlimb lameness, resulting in a misshapen femoral head.
  • Causes an arthritic, painful hip.
  • Histologically, necrosis of the bone is initiated by ischemia, leading to microfractures and collapse of the subchondral bone.
  • Physical exam reveals pain upon extension and abduction of the hip, crepitus, and muscle atrophy.
  • Radiographs show incongruency, widening of the joint space, subluxation, flattening of the femoral head, and a moth-eaten appearance of the femoral head and neck (patchy lucency).
  • Medical management is usually ineffective.
  • Treatment option include femoral head and neck excision (FHNE or FHO) or total hip replacement.
  • FHNE alleviates the discomfort but does not restore normal gait.
  • Passive and active range of motion exercises are key to improve muscle tone after FHNE, helps establish scar tissue.
  • Total hip replacement can restore normal function.

Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteopathy (HPO)

  • Characterized by reluctance to move and firm swelling of the distal limbs.
  • The distal limbs, specifically the metatarsus, metacarpus, and digits, are affected, extending from the mid-shaft of the radius distally
  • Present in 95% of cases.
  • An underlying issue, such as a lung tumor (91% of time) or heartworm disease, that causes bone growth in the distal limbs.
  • Chest x-rays are critical for diagnosis; look for lung tumors or other abnormalities.
  • If a single lung tumor is present, a lobectomy can be performed.
  • Regression of bone lesions may take 3-4 months post-surgery.
  • Radiographic findings include periosteal new bone formation all around the hock and anomalous locations on the radius.
  • Histologically, periosteal bone formation is evident.

Vitamin D Deficiency (Rickets) and Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

  • Rickets refers to a metabolic bone disease in young animals due to deficiency of calcium, phosphorus, and/or vitamin D.
  • Results in inadequate mineralization of osteoid and cartilage matrix, leading to soft, distorted bones.
  • Adult form of this disease is osteomalacia.
  • Can be caused by inadequate sunlight or lack of vitamin D in commercial feeds.
  • Affected animals show thicker physes, distortion of the metaphysis and epiphysis, skeletal deformities, and soft cortices.
  • The rachitic metaphysis refers to the thickening of the metaphysis
  • It's better to use specific terminology instead of Rickets, and refer to the specific vitamin or mineral deficiency.
  • Primary hyperparathyroidism is caused by a parathyroid tumor.
  • Secondary hyperparathyroidism can be caused by renal disease (due to impaired vitamin D activation/production) or nutritional deficiencies.
  • Nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism in adult animals is caused by dietary imbalance in calcium and phosphorus or vitamin D deficiency.
  • Metabolic bone disease indicates a disorder of bone strength due to mineral abnormalities, particularly calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D.
  • Fibrous Osteodystrophy refers to resorption of normal bone with replacement by fibrous connective tissue. This occurs because the bone is used as a reservoir for vitamin and mineral deficiencies.

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