Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Signs of brain infection predict death in dogs and cats
By Duncan, Colleen et al.·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2006·Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Clinical characteristics and predictors of mortality for Cryptococcus gattii infection in dogs and cats of southwestern British Columbia.
Plain-English summary
A number of dogs and cats in southwestern British Columbia were diagnosed with a serious infection caused by a fungus called Cryptococcus gattii, which can lead to breathing problems and neurological issues. The study found that pets showing signs related to their nervous system had a higher risk of dying from this infection. Unfortunately, many of these animals did not survive, highlighting the need for better treatment options. If your pet shows respiratory or neurological symptoms, it's important to consult your veterinarian for evaluation and potential treatment.
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Abstract
Since 1999, Cryptococcus gattii has emerged as an important pathogen of humans and animals in southwestern British Columbia. Historically thought to be restricted to the tropics and subtropics, C. gattii has posed new diagnostic and treatment challenges to veterinary practitioners working within the recently identified endemic region. Clinical reports of canine and feline cryptococcosis caused by C. gattii diagnosed between January 1999 and December 2003 were included in this case series. The most common manifestations of disease were respiratory and central nervous system signs. Multivariate survival analysis revealed that the only significant predictor of mortality was the presence of central nervous system signs upon presentation or during therapy. Case fatality rates in both species were high. Further investigation into effective treatment regimes is warranted.
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