Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Mineral ear stones found in three dogs with ear issues
By Ziemer, Lisa S et al.·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2003·Department of Clinical Studies, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Otolithiasis in three dogs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Three dogs were found to have mineral deposits in their ear structures, known as otoliths, after being examined with X-rays and CT scans. While two of the dogs showed signs of ear inflammation, one dog displayed symptoms of vestibular disease, which can affect balance and coordination. The other two dogs did not show any noticeable ear problems. The presence of these mineral deposits might be linked to past ear infections. Treatment details were not specified, but addressing any underlying ear issues could be important for recovery.
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Abstract
Mineral opacities within the tympanic bullae, termed otoliths, were detected in three dogs by means of radiography and computed tomography. Radiographic signs of otitis externa were present in two dogs. One dog had clinical signs of vestibular disease, whereas the other two dogs had no clinical evidence of ear disease. Otolithiasis may represent mineralized necrotic material of a current or previous case of otitis media.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12620046/