Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Neurological problems from acquired liver shunts in young dog
By Agg, Emma J·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2006·Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Acquired extrahepatic portosystemic shunts in a young dog.
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Plain-English summary
A young male miniature poodle was brought in with serious neurological issues, which were found to be caused by extrahepatic portosystemic shunts—abnormal blood vessels that bypass the liver, leading to brain problems. Unfortunately, surgery to correct the condition wasn't possible, and the decision was made to euthanize the dog to prevent further suffering. A postmortem examination showed that the shunts likely developed after a severe liver infection.
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Abstract
A young, male miniature poodle was presented with severe neurological problems. Laboratory tests and ultrasonograph examination were consistent with extrahepatic portosystemic shunts, resulting in hepatic encephalopathy. When surgical correction proved not to be a viable option, the dog was euthanized. Postmortem examination revealed multiple shunts likely acquired after severe hepatitis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16898115/