Evaluating the use of canine olfactory methods for improving disease detection and prevention
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https://doi.org/10.58445/vsd6h624Keywords:
Canine olfaction, Volatile organic compounds, Biomedical scent canines, Cancer detection, seizure prevention, infectious disease diagnosisAbstract
The detection and prevention of infectious, malignant, and chronic diseases is pertinent for the health of humans and animals in society. There has been emerging research on the feasibility and clinical efficacy of training canines to become specialized biomedical scent dogs to diagnose such diseases. Over the past two decades, there have been many new studies and experiments on the canine-assisted early detection of cancer in humans by companion canines. However, this is still a relatively foreign method and the goal is not to replace preexisting methods, but to serve medical professionals and patients as a tool for diagnostic and preventative care that concerns the sphere of public health and disease outbreaks. This paper will address the extraordinary abilities of the advanced canine olfactory system and the potential for widespread adoption. The continuation of research and developing strategies may bring improvements to the healthcare system in the future.
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