Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Hookworm infection blocking the penis bone and urethra in a male dog
By Bolton, L A et al.·Published in Journal of the South African Veterinary Association·1996·Department of Veterinary Pathology·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Aberrant migration of Ancylostoma caninum to the os penis of a dog.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A male pitbull terrier was brought in because he was having trouble urinating and seemed depressed. The vet found a growth at the end of his penis that was blocking his urethra, which can lead to serious kidney issues. During surgery to remove this growth, they discovered it was filled with dead tissue and several adult hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum). After the surgery, the dog was treated for the complications caused by the blockage, and he was able to recover.
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Abstract
A male pitbull terrier was presented with a history of stranguria and depression. On clinical and radiological examination a suspected necrogranuloma of the caudal os penis, which obstructed the urethra, was found. The necrogranuloma was removed surgically and contained blood and necrotic tissue as well as several adult male and female Ancylostoma caninum worms. The urethral obstruction resulted in post-renal azotaemia, hydronephrosis and eventually bladder rupture. A rare case of aberrant migration of A. caninum to the os penis of a dog is described.
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