Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Skin calcium deposits linked to urinary problems in young dog
By Muller, Arnaud et al.·Published in Veterinary dermatology·2011·Clinique Vé, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Metastatic calcinosis (including calcinosis cutis) in a young dog with multiple urinary tract abnormalities.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-month-old Brittany spaniel was brought to the vet because of skin bumps caused by calcinosis cutis, a condition where calcium deposits form in the skin. The vet discovered that the dog also had chronic kidney failure and several urinary tract problems. This case shows how skin issues can signal more serious health problems inside the body. Unfortunately, the dog’s condition was linked to systemic disease, which can be challenging to treat.
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Abstract
Metastatic calcinosis associated with chronic renal failure and multiple urinary tract abnormalities was diagnosed in a 6-month-old Brittany spaniel that was presented with calcinosis cutis. This case report highlights the importance of skin as an indicator of systemic disease. The aetiopathogenesis of the four main types of tissue calcification is defined and discussed with an emphasis on metastatic calcinosis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21410567/