Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)(PCD)
Also known as: Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia · Immotile Cilia Syndrome · Kartagener-Syndrom · Ziliendyskinesie · Ciliary dyskinesia, primary, generic
Overview
What it is
Primary ciliary dyskinesia is an inherited genetic disorder affecting the respiratory system. It causes the microscopic, hair-like structures called cilia that line the airways to be malformed or unable to move properly. Because these cilia cannot sweep away mucus and debris, the dog's lungs and nasal passages become chronically congested and prone to infection.
How it presents
Owners will typically notice symptoms starting in puppyhood, including a chronic cough, thick nasal discharge, and difficulty breathing. Affected dogs also frequently develop recurrent, severe lung infections.
Treatment
This condition is incurable and requires lifelong daily management, including supportive inhalation therapy and antibiotics to control infections. Ongoing veterinary care and treatment are expected to cost between 4,000 and 15,000 EUR.
How it's tested
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
Primary testDNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Labogen / Laboklin) — bündelt alle relevanten Erbkrankheiten der Rasse in einem Test.
Issuing body: Labogen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Feragen-Panel)
DNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Feragen, Österreich) — gleiches Konzept wie Labogen.
Issuing body: Feragen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Embark Breed + Health Panel(Embark)
DNA testUS-Anbieter; 250+ genetische Erkrankungen + Abstammung. Anerkennung in DE/AT variiert je nach VDH-Verein.
Issuing body: Embark
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
MyDogDNA Panel(MyDogDNA)
DNA testGenoscoper-basiertes Panel (Mars Petcare). 200+ Erkrankungen + Rassenkomposition.
Issuing body: MyDogDNA
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Affected breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)?
Primary ciliary dyskinesia is an inherited genetic disorder affecting the respiratory system. It causes the microscopic, hair-like structures called cilia that line the airways to be malformed or unable to move properly. Because these cilia cannot sweep away mucus and debris, the dog's lungs and nasal passages become chronically congested and prone to infection.
How is Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) tested?
Tests currently in our database: Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
This condition isn't tied to a specific breed in our database.