Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Two dogs with sudden neurological signs diagnosed with barbiturate
By Brauer, C et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2009·Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Germany·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Barbiturate intoxication in two dogs confirmed by toxicological urinalysis.
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Plain-English summary
Two dogs were brought to the vet after they suddenly showed signs of neurological problems, like confusion and unsteadiness, following a walk in the same park. One of the dogs was seen eating a piece of meat, which led to concerns about poisoning. Tests on their urine confirmed they had ingested barbiturates, a type of drug. Fortunately, both dogs received supportive treatment and made a full recovery.
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Abstract
Two dogs were presented within 24 hours to the Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover for investigation of the sudden onset of neurological abnormalities following a walk in the same park. One dog was observed ingesting a piece of meat. Analysis of urine by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry from each of the dogs identified the presence of barbiturates. Both dogs recovered with supportive treatment. This is the first report to describe the use of toxicological urinalysis with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for the diagnosis of barbiturate intoxication in dogs.
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