Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine pancreatitis in dogs - causes, signs, and treatment options
By Gaia de Sousa, Felipe & Ribeiro Mendes, Ana Cristina·Published in Veterinária e Zootecnia·2021·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: CANINE PANCREATITIS: THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PANCREATIC INFLAMMATORY CONDITION AND THE CLINICAL-THERAPEUTIC APPROACH
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with pancreatitis can show a range of symptoms, from mild to severe, making it tricky to diagnose. This condition can lead to inflammation in the pancreas and affect nearby organs. Treatment usually depends on the dog's specific symptoms and may include fluids to prevent dehydration, pain relief, anti-nausea medications, antibiotics, and a special diet. Early recognition and appropriate management are crucial for recovery, as pancreatitis can be serious if left untreated.
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Abstract
Pancreatitis, acute or chronic, is a serious disease for dogs, due to its harmful potential and the existence of underdiagnosis. The disease is still the target of studies regarding its pathophysiology and therapeutic mechanisms, because the signs presented by the animals are nonspecific, ranging from mild to severe presentations. It can cause morphofunctional changes in the pancreas and adjacent organs. The diagnosis can be a very difficult task, either due to the variable symptoms and severity of the disease, or the impasses experienced at the time of the complementary exams. Therapeutic management is defined based on the symptoms presented by the animals, ranging from fluid infusion for volume replacement, analgesics, antiemetics, antibiotics, special food, among others.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.35172/rvz.2021.v28.598