Inherited predisposition to myasthenia gravis in Newfoundlands.

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Acquired myasthenia gravis was diagnosed in 6 Newfoundlands from 2 distinct lineages. Three dogs, including 1 pair of littermates, from each lineage were affected. History and clinical signs did not differ from that reported for other dogs with acquired myasthenia gravis. Although a genetic predisposition for development of certain autoimmune diseases in several species has been identified, the immunopathogenesis...

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