Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Emphysematous cystitis from E. coli in dog after chemo
By Aizenberg, I & Aroch, I·Published in Journal of veterinary medicine. B, Infectious diseases and veterinary public health·2003·School of Veterinary Medicine·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Emphysematous cystitis due to Escherichia coli associated with prolonged chemotherapy in a non-diabetic dog.
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Plain-English summary
An 11-year-old male Labrador retriever was diagnosed with emphysematous cystitis, a serious bladder condition, after experiencing chronic urinary tract infections caused by E. coli. This dog had a history of prolonged chemotherapy for lymphoma, which likely weakened his immune system and contributed to the infection. The diagnosis was confirmed through ultrasound and X-ray imaging. While the specific treatment details are not mentioned, addressing the underlying infection and managing the dog's overall health would be crucial for recovery.
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Abstract
An 11-year-old male Labrador retriever dog with chronic recurrent complicated urinary tract infection due to Escherichia coli and a history of prolonged multi-drug chemotherapeutic protocol due to lymphoma was diagnosed with emphysematous cystitis. Diagnosis was based on ultrasonographic and radiographic findings. The immunosuppressive effects of the long glucocorticoid treatment were probably the main underlying mechanism involved in the pathogenesis, however, chemotherapy and/or the presence of lymphoma might have also been involved.
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