Síndrome da disfunção cognitiva canina revisão de literatura

Abstract

Currently, due to changes in the relationship between man and his pet and advances in veterinary medicine, there has been an increase in canine life expectancy and thus the observation of diseases characteristic of senile patients, such as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (SDCC) ). Brain aging is a natural process of the organism that starts from 7 years of age, but it should not be confused with SDCC, a neurodegenerative pathology, similar to Alzheimer's Disease in humans, characterized by behavioral changes, disorientation, decline in learning, memory and proprioception. SDCC is a pathology still little studied, but if diagnosed in the initial phase, it can delay its development and present better treatment and prognosis conditions. With that in mind, coupled with increased longevity, it will be possible to provide a better quality of life for our patients. The aim of the present study is to present a literature review on CCDS in dogs, highlighting the importance of an early diagnosis and supportive treatment, which are essential for a better prognosis, since CCD is a progressive and irreversible disease.