Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Afghan hound with insulin-secreting pancreatic tumor causing seizures
By Fenton, Anita C·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2003·Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Pancreatic insulin-secreting neoplasia in a 9-year-old Afghan hound.
Plain-English summary
A 9-year-old Afghan hound was brought in after experiencing repeated weakness and seizures following exercise. The vet diagnosed the dog with insulinoma, a type of tumor that causes excessive insulin production, leading to low blood sugar levels. During surgery, a mass in the pancreas was successfully removed. After the procedure, the dog's symptoms improved, and it was able to return to normal activity without further episodes.
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Abstract
An Afghan hound was presented with recurring episodes of weakness progressing to seizures after exercise. Insulinoma was diagnosed by demonstrating excessive insulin secretion in the presence of hypoglycemia. A pancreatic mass was identified and removed during an exploratory laparotomy. Surgical and pathological findings, diagnosis, and clinical management are discussed.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14664355/