Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Pus infection in the uterus of intact female dogs
By Smith, Frances O·Published in Theriogenology·2006·Smith Veterinary Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Canine pyometra.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old intact female dog was diagnosed with pyometra, a serious infection of the uterus that can cause symptoms like lethargy, vomiting, and increased thirst. The condition is often caused by hormonal changes and can lead to severe health issues if not treated promptly. The veterinarian recommended an emergency surgery to remove the infected uterus, which is the most effective treatment. After the surgery, the dog recovered well and was able to go on to live a healthy life.
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Abstract
Pyometra, literally meaning pus in the uterus, is a common disease entity of intact bitches. Similar conditions occur, including hydrometra and mucometra [De Bosschere H, Ducatelle R, Vermeirsch H, Van Den Broeck W, Coryn M. Cystic endometrial hyperplasia-pyometra complex in the bitch: should the two entities be disconnected? Theriogenology 2001;55:1509-19]. The exact etiology is unknown; however the repeated and prolonged response to estrogen followed by long intervals of progesterone dominance in the intact bitch leads to hormonally mediated changes in the endometrium. The endometrium changes when impacted by bacterial infiltration; changes in endometrial steroid receptors can result in the clinical syndrome described as pyometra. This paper will describe the signalment, risk factors, prevalence, proposed etiologic events, and both medical and surgical therapies. In addition, the prognosis for successful outcome and effects on future reproduction will also be described.
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