Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with hormone problems after traumatic brain injury treatment
By Foley, Catherine et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)·2009·Angell Animal Medical Center, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Hypothalamic-pituitary axis deficiency following traumatic brain injury in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 12-week-old puppy was brought to the vet after suffering a traumatic brain injury and was not improving with standard care. The puppy showed signs of low body temperature, electrolyte imbalances, low blood pressure, and abnormal urine concentration. Tests revealed several hormone-related issues, including adrenal insufficiency and diabetes insipidus, which were treated successfully. After starting treatment for these conditions, the puppy's electrolyte levels and blood pressure improved significantly.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe endocrine dysfunction associated with traumatic brain injury in a dog. SUMMARY: A 12-week-old dog presented with traumatic brain injury and did not respond to traditional supportive care. Continued hypothermia, electrolyte derangements, hypotension, and hyposthenuria prompted screening for and detection of several hypothalamic-pituitary disorders including: hypoadrenocorticism, central diabetes insipidus, hypothyroidism, and growth hormone deficiency. Electrolyte abnormalities, urine osmolarity, and blood pressure improved with treatment for the associated disorders. NEW OR UNIQUE INFORMATION PROVIDED: This is the first report of generalized hypothalamic-pituitary dysfunction or panhypopituitarism following traumatic brain injury in a dog.
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