Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Understanding fluid buildup in dogs and cats - causes and tests
By Dempsey, Suzanne M & Ewing, Patty J·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2011·Emergency & Critical Care, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: A review of the pathophysiology, classification, and analysis of canine and feline cavitary effusions.
Plain-English summary
This article talks about fluid buildup in the body cavities of dogs and cats, which can happen due to different health issues. It explains how the body normally makes and absorbs this fluid and what goes wrong when there's too much of it. The review also covers how to classify these fluid accumulations, what other conditions might cause similar symptoms, and the tests that can help diagnose the problem. Overall, it provides a comprehensive look at understanding and managing this condition in pets.
Abstract
Effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid within a body cavity that can result from a variety of disease processes. This article reviews the normal production and resorption of body cavity fluid and the pathophysiology of abnormal fluid accumulation. In addition, classification schemes, differential diagnoses, and currently available diagnostic tests for evaluation of effusions are reviewed.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21164167/