Nasal dermal arteritis(DANP)
Also known as: Nasal philtrum arteritis · Arteritis des Nasenspiegels · Dermal arteritis of the nasal philtrum · Familiäre nasale Arteritis
Overview
What it is
This is an inflammatory condition affecting the blood vessels, known as arteritis, in the skin of a dog's nose. The inflammation restricts blood flow to the local tissue, which leads to tissue breakdown and damage. A skin biopsy evaluated by a pathologist is the standard method used to confirm this diagnosis.
How it presents
Owners typically notice a deep, raw sore or ulcer right in the center of the dog's nose that may bleed repeatedly or heavily. This condition most commonly first appears in young adult dogs.
Treatment
While the condition is lifelong and cannot be fully cured, it is treatable and can be managed with ongoing medications. Lifetime management typically costs between 1,500 and 5,000 EUR.
How it's tested
Hautbiopsie und histopathologische Untersuchung(Biopsie)
Primary testClinical examEine Hautbiopsie mit anschließender histopathologischer Untersuchung der Haarfollikel dient dem Nachweis von dysplastischen Follikeln und abnormalen Pigmentansammlungen.
Issuing body: vet
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 Nasal dermal arteritis?
This is an inflammatory condition affecting the blood vessels, known as arteritis, in the skin of a dog's nose. The inflammation restricts blood flow to the local tissue, which leads to tissue breakdown and damage. A skin biopsy evaluated by a pathologist is the standard method used to confirm this diagnosis.
How is Nasal dermal arteritis tested?
Tests currently in our database: Hautbiopsie und histopathologische Untersuchung.
Which breeds are most affected?
This condition isn't tied to a specific breed in our database.