Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Puppy with severe breathing trouble diagnosed by CT scan
By Winters, Kimberly B et al.·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2006·Department of Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Characterization of severe small airway disease in a puppy using computed tomography.
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Plain-English summary
A young Golden Retriever puppy was brought in for severe breathing problems after being initially diagnosed with kennel cough (infectious tracheobronchitis). Despite treatment with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, the puppy's condition worsened, leading to respiratory distress and low oxygen levels. Advanced imaging showed serious issues in the small airways of the lungs, but unfortunately, the puppy did not recover and was euthanized. A post-mortem exam confirmed the diagnosis of severe small airway disease, including emphysema and bronchiolitis.
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Abstract
A young Golden Retriever dog developed severe respiratory distress following an initial clinical diagnosis of infectious tracheobronchitis. Severe expiratory flow limitation, associated with exertional respiratory distress and hypoxemia was present. Thoracic images obtained with conventional radiography were characterized by hyperinflation and abnormal bronchial and alveolar patterns. Computed tomography was performed and in conjunction with pulmonary functional changes was diagnostic of small airway disease. The dog was treated with a variety of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory agents, and antitussives, but the clinical signs worsened and the puppy was euthanized. Pathologic examination confirmed severe small airway disease, with emphysema and bronchiolitis.
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