Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with mushroom poisoning diagnosed early by rapid urine test
By Kaae, Jennifer A et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)·2022·Pet Emergency and Specialty Center of Marin, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Early diagnosis of amanitin exposure (amatoxicosis) in a dog with a point-of-care diagnostic test.
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Plain-English summary
A 2-month-old female Australian Shepherd was brought in for vomiting and diarrhea after possibly eating a toxic mushroom. The vet quickly tested her urine and found evidence of amanitin, the poison responsible for mushroom toxicity. Thanks to this rapid diagnosis, the dog could receive prompt treatment, which is crucial for recovery from this serious condition. Early detection is key in managing mushroom poisoning effectively, and in this case, it helped guide the treatment plan.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe the rapid diagnosis, treatment, and clinical course of a dog that ingested an amanitin-containing mushroom. CASE SUMMARY: A 2-month-old female intact Australian Shepherd presented with diarrhea and vomiting, along with a possible mushroom exposure. Upon presentation, the dog's urine was collected and tested positive by a point-of-care rapid diagnostic test specific for detecting amanitins, the causative agents of amatoxicosis. NEW OR UNIQUE INFORMATION PROVIDED: This is the first reported case of amatoxicosis that was diagnosed using a point-of-care test prior to starting treatment. An early diagnosis helps to guide early treatment decisions in this frequently fatal toxicosis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35869756/