Veterinary Vertex
Veterinary Vertex
AVMA Journals
Heart Rate Variability Derangements in Dogs with Chagas Disease
21 minutes Posted Jun 13, 2025 at 5:00 am.
Introduction to Chagas Disease
Transmission and Pathophysiology
Autonomic Dysfunction and Early Detection
One Health Implications
Testing Recommendations and Prevalence
Final Thoughts and Advice
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Send us Fan Mail Dr. Roy Madigan joins us to uncover the hidden danger of Chagas disease, a parasitic infection transmitted by "kissing bugs" that's far more prevalent than most veterinarians realize. Contrary to outdated beliefs that Chagas is a "third world disease," this silent killer affects up to 18% of dogs across the southern United States, with millions of cases going undiagnosed. Dr. Madigan shares how his journey began with one fateful case named Max, whose unexplained death led to...