Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 1 , Pages 56-58 , January 2006

Adrenal Neoplasia and Hyperplasia as a Cause of Hypertestosteronism in Two Rabbits

  • Angela M. Lennox, DVM, Dip.ABVP (Avian)

      Affiliations

    • Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic, Indianapolis, IN 46268 USA
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Dr. Angela Lennox, Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic, 9330 Waldemar Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268.
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  • John Chitty, BVetMed, CertZooMed, CBiol MIBio, MRCVS

      Affiliations

    • Strathmore Veterinary Clinic London Road, Andover, UK.

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PII: S1557-5063(05)00105-9

doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2005.11.009

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 1 , Pages 56-58 , January 2006

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