Retinal atrophy - Rod-cone dysplasia, CRX related(CRX-RCD)
Also known as: CRX-associated rod-cone dysplasia · CRX-PRA · Cone-rod dystrophy CRX-related · Autosomal dominant rod-cone dysplasia · CRX retinal degeneration
Overview
What it is
This is an inherited eye disease in cats where the photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) in the retina degenerate prematurely. The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, and this degeneration leads to a progressive and permanent loss of vision.
How it presents
Symptoms such as night blindness and disorientation typically become noticeable in early kittenhood. The disease progresses rapidly, usually resulting in complete blindness within the first few months of life.
Treatment
There is no cure or treatment available to stop the progression of this disease. Costs of 300 to 1200 EUR are primarily for veterinary ophthalmologist consultations to confirm the diagnosis and guide the owner on lifestyle adaptations.
How it's tested
ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK)(ECVO-DOK)
Primary testEye examAugenuntersuchung durch ECVO-zertifizierten Augentierarzt (Dortmunder Kreis). Erkennt PRA, Katarakt, Entropium, CEA, MPP, RD u.a.
Issuing body: ECVO
Result scheme: Eye-ECVO
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
DNA 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 Retinal atrophy - Rod-cone dysplasia, CRX related?
This is an inherited eye disease in cats where the photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) in the retina degenerate prematurely. The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, and this degeneration leads to a progressive and permanent loss of vision.
How is Retinal atrophy - Rod-cone dysplasia, CRX related tested?
Tests currently in our database: ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK), 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.