GTPBP2-associated progressive retinal atrophy · GTPBP2-PRA · Progressive retinal atrophy GTPBP2-related · GTPBP2-related PRA · Progressive Retinaatrophie GTPBP2-assoziiert · Retinal atrophy, progressive, GTPBP2-related
This is an inherited eye disease in Labrador Retrievers caused by a genetic mutation in the GTPBP2 gene. It leads to progressive retinal atrophy, which is the gradual breakdown of the light-sensitive cells at the back of the eye, known as the retina. As these cells degenerate, the dog's ability to process light and send visual signals to the brain is permanently lost.
Owners will typically first notice night blindness, where the dog hesitates or bumps into objects in dim light. This condition eventually progresses to total vision loss during the day, with symptoms usually beginning at a young age.
There is no cure for this condition, and the resulting blindness is permanent. Veterinary care focuses on diagnostic confirmation and helping the dog safely adapt to vision loss, with lifetime costs typically ranging from 300 to 1500 EUR.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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