Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ultrasound and CT scans show severe pancreatitis in two diabetic
By Jaeger, Jordan Q et al.·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2003·The Ohio State University, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Combined use of ultrasonography and contrast enhanced computed tomography to evaluate acute necrotizing pancreatitis in two dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Two miniature schnauzers were brought to the vet for vomiting, not eating, and being unusually tired. Both dogs had a history of diabetes and high fat levels in their blood, and tests showed signs of pancreatitis, including high levels of certain enzymes. Imaging tests revealed that their pancreases were swollen and had areas of damage. One dog was treated with medication for 11 days, and a follow-up scan showed improvement with a smaller pancreas and better blood flow to the area.
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Abstract
The imaging findings in two miniature schnauzers with acute necrotizing pancreatitis are described. Both dogs were treated previously for diabetes mellitus and hyperlipidemia. Vomiting, anorexia, and lethargy were observed in both dogs at presentation. Laboratory evaluations supportive of pancreatitis included left shift, abnormally high serum amylase and lipase activities, hypocalcemia, and abnormally high serum activities of liver enzymes. Sonographically, both dogs had diffusely enlarged hypoechoic pancreatic tissue with anechoic foci compatible with necrosis, abscessation, phlegmon, and pseudocysts formation. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) findings in both dogs were compatible with pancreatic necrosis. Dog 1 was managed medically for 11 days. Follow-up CT scan in this dog disclosed decreased pancreatic size and increased contrast enhancement compatible with partial resolution of pancreatitis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12620055/