Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Balloon dilation improves heart blood flow in dog with tetralogy
By Oguchi, Y et al.Ā·Published in The Journal of veterinary medical scienceĀ·1999Ā·and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, JapanĀ·View original on PubMed ā
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Original publication title: Balloon dilation of right ventricular outflow tract in a dog with tetralogy of Fallot.
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Plain-English summary
A dog with tetralogy of Fallot, a serious heart condition, underwent a balloon dilation procedure to help improve blood flow. After the treatment, the pressure in the heart decreased significantly, and tests showed that blood flow to the lungs improved. The dog's symptoms got better and remained stable for four months without any major complications from the procedure. This treatment appears to be a safe and effective option for dogs with this condition.
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Abstract
Balloon dilation was performed on a dog with tetralogy of Fallot. Immediately following balloon dilation, the peak systolic pressure gradient across the pulmonic valve declined from 97 to 63 mmHg. Doppler echocardiography following balloon dilation revealed increased pulmonary blood flow. Clinical symptoms obviously improved and the dog's improved condition was maintained for 4 months. There were no serious complications in performing the procedure. It was concluded that balloon dilation was a safe and effective treatment for a dog case with tetralogy of Fallot. Long-term follow-up studies will be required to identify the exact indications of balloon dilation for tetralogy of Fallot.
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