Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cockatiel with fluid buildup and liver cirrhosis causing breathing
By Battison, A L et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·1996·Department of Veterinary Pathology, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Ascites and hepatic cirrhosis in a cockatiel (Nymphicus hollandicus).
- Species:
- bird
Plain-English summary
A mature female cockatiel was brought in for breathing problems and was found to have fluid buildup in her abdomen (ascites) and signs of liver disease. Tests showed high levels of certain liver enzymes and inflammation in her body. Unfortunately, after she passed away, a thorough examination revealed severe liver damage and lung issues. This case highlights the serious nature of liver disease in birds and the importance of early detection.
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Abstract
A mature, female cockatiel (Nymphicus hollandicus) was examined because of respiratory difficulties. Clinical and laboratory findings included ascites and evidence of hepatic disease (i.e., increased plasma bile acid concentrations, aspartate aminotransferase, and alkaline phosphatase activities). Plasma protein electrophoresis results were consistent with chronic-active inflammation. The albumin-to-globulin (A:G) ratio, calculated from plasma electrophoresis, was 0.3. Postmortem examination revealed severe hepatic fibrosis and a diffuse, interstitial, granulomatous lipid pneumonia.
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