Dermoid sinus in dogs
A congenital defect where a narrow tube of skin extends down into the tissues along the back, sometimes reaching the spine. It can become blocked or infected, causing pain, swelling and, if it reaches the spinal cord, serious illness.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Dermoid sinus, including Rhodesian Ridgeback. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.0 to 12.0 years.
Dermoid sinus in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- skin condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Dermoid sinus is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Dermoid sinus (1), ranked by health score
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.