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  • Title: Clinical approach to renal neoplasia in budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus).
    Author: Simova-Curd S, Nitzl D, Mayer J, Hatt JM.
    Journal: J Small Anim Pract; 2006 Sep; 47(9):504-11. PubMed ID: 16961467.
    Abstract:
    Renal neoplasia in budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus) is seen regularly in general practice and is of interest to many practicing veterinary surgeons. This review article provides an overview of the current knowledge and the most recent reports in avian literature regarding renal tumours in budgerigars, with the emphasis on clinical diagnosis and treatment. The high prevalence of renal neoplasia in budgerigar is discussed, with notes on the most commonly diagnosed tumours, possibility of metastases, sex and age predisposition. The possibility of ultrasonography and radiography in the diagnosis of this pathological condition are compared as well as the possible role of blood and urine analyses. Two studies are described, both of which investigate the possible involvement of a retrovirus as the aetiological agent.
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