Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with liver blood vessel malformation causing neurological
By P.S. Yogi et al.·Published in Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia·2023·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Hepatic arterioportal malformation in a dog - case report
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 12-month-old male Shih Tzu was brought to the vet with signs of gastrointestinal and neurological issues due to a rare liver blood vessel problem called hepatic arterioportal malformation. The vet used a special imaging test to confirm the diagnosis and decided on a treatment plan that included diuretics, a special low-protein diet, and a medication to help with gut function. Although the dog showed some improvement at first, he unfortunately passed away from complications related to the condition about seven months later.
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Abstract
ABSTRACT Arterioportal communications are complex hepatic vascular abnormalities. These are rarely seen in dogs and typically manifest as neurological, gastrointestinal, and developmental changes. This report describes clinical, laboratory and imaging findings associated with hepatic arterioportal malformation in a male Shih-Tzu dog aged 12 months. The diagnosis was achieved using computed tomographic angiography. The therapeutic approach selected consisted of palliative medical management (diuretics) combined with dietary protein restriction (3.6 g/100 kcal) provided by hepatic diet and gut activity modulation using lactulose. Surgical intervention was not recommended due to the complexity of vascular changes and portal hypertension. Despite initial clinical improvement, the patient died of disease-related complications seven months after diagnosis. Computed tomographic angiography was vital for accurate diagnosis and treatment selection, that needs to be more investigated.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.1590/1678-4162-12977