Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ferret with chest infection (pyothorax) diagnosis and treatment
By Sladakovic, Izidora et al.·Published in Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care·2017·Departments of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Diagnosis and management of pyothorax in a domestic ferret (Mustela putorius furo)
- Species:
- rodent
Plain-English summary
A domestic ferret was brought to the vet because it was lethargic, not eating, and had a fever. The vet found fluid in the chest and diagnosed the ferret with pyothorax, which is an infection in the chest cavity. To treat it, they placed tubes to drain the fluid and gave the ferret fluids, antibiotics, and pain relief. Thankfully, the treatment worked, and the ferret recovered well.
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Abstract
AbstractObjectiveTo describe the diagnosis, management, and outcome of pyothorax in a domestic ferret (Mustela putorius furo).Case SummaryA domestic ferret was evaluated for a history of lethargy, anorexia, and pyrexia. Pleural effusion was detected with radiography and ultrasonography, and a diagnosis of pyothorax was made following cytologic evaluation of pleural fluid. Bilateral thoracostomy tubes were placed for thoracic drainage and lavage, and the ferret was treated with intravenous crystalloid fluids, antimicrobials, and analgesics. Bacterial culture of the pleural fluid yielded Fusobacterium spp. and Actinomyces hordeovulneris. This treatment protocol resulted in resolution of pyothorax, and a positive clinical outcome.New or Unique Information ProvidedThis is the first reported case of successful management of pyothorax caused by Fusobacterium spp. and A. hordeovulneris in a ferret.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.1111/vec.12606