Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with brain swelling from parasitic granulomas causing blocked
By Pumarola, M & van Niel, M H·Published in Zentralblatt fur Veterinarmedizin. Reihe A·1992·Department of Pathology and Animal Production, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Obstructive hydrocephalus produced by parasitic granulomas in a dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A young dog was brought in for symptoms of internal hydrocephalus, which means fluid was building up in the brain. This condition was linked to parasitic granulomas, which are lumps caused by parasites, affecting the dog's brain. The vet identified inflammation and narrowing of a brain passage that contributed to the problem. Treatment details are not specified, but addressing the underlying cause of the parasitic infection is crucial for recovery.
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Abstract
We present a case of a young dog exhibiting internal hydrocephalus, associated with parasitic granulomas within the ventricular system, inflammatory changes in the periventricular brain tissue and stenosis of the mesencephalic aqueduct. Reference is made to possible causes of these lesions in animals and man.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1496867/