Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Candida albicans belly infection in a 15-week Papillon
By Ong, Ryan K C et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)·2010·Murdoch University Veterinary Hospital, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Candida albicans peritonitis in a dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A 15-week-old Papillon puppy developed a serious abdominal infection called peritonitis due to a surgical complication. The vet found a fungus called Candida albicans in the fluid from the puppy's abdomen. After performing surgery to fix the issue, the puppy was treated with an antifungal medication called fluconazole. Although the recovery was challenging and included some complications, the puppy gradually improved and was able to go home 11 days after the surgery.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe the clinical management of a case of Candida albicans peritonitis in a dog and discuss the pathogenicity of Candida peritonitis along with treatment using the fungistatic agent, fluconazole. CASE SUMMARY: A 15-week-old Papillon developed peritonitis secondary to enterectomy site dehiscence. A pure growth of Candida albicans was obtained from the abdominal fluid. Surgical repair of the dehiscence was performed and antifungal therapy instituted with fluconazole postoperatively. A marked exudative process was noted postoperatively with production of large volumes of fluid from the abdominal drain. Fresh frozen plasma and pentastarch were provided for oncotic support. Recovery was complicated by megaesophagus, however, the patient gradually improved and was discharged 11 days after surgery. NEW OR UNIQUE INFORMATION PROVIDED: To our knowledge, this is the first case report of successful treatment of Candida albicans peritonitis in a dog. A marked exudative process was noted during therapy requiring significant oncotic support. Resolution of the disease process was achieved with surgical intervention and antifungal therapy.
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