Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Accidental colchicine poisoning in a dog.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2004
- Authors:
- Wagenaar, Zoë
- Affiliation:
- Western College of Veterinary Medicine · Canada
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
A 14-month-old toy poodle-cross was presented, after ingesting the owner's colchicine medication, with severe gastrointestinal disturbances and in shock. Despite aggressive medical management, the patient was euthanized approximately 24 hours after the ingestion. The clinical features, treatment, and necropsy findings of colchicine poisoning are discussed.
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