Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Seizures and brain damage in Chihuahuas after smoke inhalation
By Kent, Marc et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2010·Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Clinical and neuropathological findings of acute carbon monoxide toxicity in chihuahuas following smoke inhalation.
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Plain-English summary
Three adult Chihuahuas were brought to the vet after inhaling smoke from a house fire. They initially received supportive care and oxygen, which seemed to help, but then they started having seizures. Despite treatment with anticonvulsants and ongoing care, sadly, all three dogs passed away. A closer examination of two of the dogs' brains revealed damage consistent with acute carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Abstract
Three adult Chihuahuas were presented for evaluation after smoke inhalation during a house fire. All three dogs received supportive care and supplemental oxygen. After initial improvement, the dogs developed seizures. Despite anticonvulsant therapy and supportive care, the dogs died. The brains of two dogs were examined. Lesions were identified that were compatible with acute carbon monoxide (CO) toxicity. Lesions were confined to the caudate nucleus, the globus pallidus, and the substantia nigra bilaterally, as well as the cerebellum, cerebral cortex, and dorsal thalamus. This case report describes the clinicopathological sequelae in acute CO toxicity.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20610699/