Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with patent ductus venosus treated medically for 2 years
By McQuaid, Timothy SĀ·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienneĀ·2005Ā·Atlantic Veterinary CollegeĀ·View original on PubMed ā
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Original publication title: Medical management of a patent ductus venosus in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 2.5-year-old dog was brought in for weight loss, vomiting, and confusion, which are signs of liver problems. The vet diagnosed the dog with a patent ductus venosus, a condition affecting blood flow in the liver. Treatment included lactulose, antibiotics, and a special low-protein diet to help manage the symptoms. Two years later, the dog is still doing well with this medical management.
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Abstract
A 2.5-year-old dog with signs of weight loss, vomiting, and hepatic encephalopathy was diagnosed with a patent ductus venosus, based on serum biochemical analysis, jejunal portography, and biopsies, and treated with lactulose, antibiotics, and a reduced protein diet. Two years after initial presentation, the dog is still being managed medically.
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