Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with constrictive pericarditis and fluid buildup from heart tumor
By Rivera, P A & Borgarelli, M·Published in Journal of veterinary cardiology : the official journal of the European Society of Veterinary Cardiology·2020·Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Cardiovascular images: constrictive pericarditis and tricavitary effusion in a dog with pericardial mesothelioma.
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Plain-English summary
A 12-year-old West Highland white terrier was diagnosed with constrictive pericarditis (CP), a condition where the heart is restricted due to fluid buildup, caused by pericardial mesothelioma, a type of cancer affecting the heart's outer layer. The dog likely showed symptoms related to heart problems, but specific signs weren't detailed. Advanced imaging techniques helped the veterinarians identify the heart's issues and confirm the diagnosis. Treatment options for CP can vary, and it's important for pet owners to discuss the best approach with their veterinarian.
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Abstract
This report describes the transthoracic echocardiographic findings and computed tomography features of a 12-year-old West Highland white terrier with constrictive pericarditis (CP) secondary to pericardial mesothelioma. Although pericardial mesothelioma is well described in dogs, its association with CP in the canine population is not as widely reported. In this clinical case, a multidisciplinary imaging approach was helpful to identify anatomical and hemodynamic abnormalities that allowed for a diagnosis of CP.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33137660/