Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with megaesophagus and low cortisol improves with treatment
By Whitley, N T·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·1995·Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Megaoesophagus and glucocorticoid-deficient hypoadrenocorticism in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 7-year-old German Shepherd was brought in for sudden regurgitation, along with muscle weakness and serious skin problems. X-rays showed that the dog had a condition called megaoesophagus, where the esophagus is enlarged and doesn't work properly. Tests revealed a deficiency in glucocorticoids, which are important hormones, and after starting the right treatment, the megaoesophagus improved quickly. The dog made a full recovery and is doing well now.
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Abstract
A seven-year-old German shepherd dog was referred for acute onset regurgitation. Muscle weakness and severe dermatological disease were present. Thoracic radiographs revealed generalised megaoesophagus. Diagnostic testing revealed glucocorticoid deficiency, and rapid resolution of the megaoesophagus followed appropriate supplementation. The dog made a full recovery. Unique features of this case include a transiently positive antinuclear antibody titre and clinical features of myasthenia gravis.
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