Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nephro-cutaneous fistula in a dog.
- Journal:
- Journal of the South African Veterinary Association
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Lobetti, R G & Irvine-Smith, G S
- Affiliation:
- Bryanston Veterinary Hospital
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Nephro-cutaneous fistula, although reported in humans, has not been reported in the dog. In humans the majority of cases develop in patients with a history of previous renal surgery, renal trauma, renal tumours, or chronic urinary tract infection with abscess formation. The dog in this report developed a nephro-cutaneous fistula secondary to a traumatic induced renal abscess with formation of a draining sinus tract to the exterior of the body. The animal underwent simple nephrectomy, which resulted in complete resolution of the fistula.
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