Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with heart, kidney, and brain problems recovers after pacemaker
By Gianira Candelario et al.·Published in Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine·2025·Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine Long Island University Brooklyn New York USA, GB·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Reversible Cardio‐Renal‐Cerebral Syndrome in a Dog: A Case Report
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Plain-English summary
A 14-year-old miniature Pinscher was brought to the vet with kidney problems, low urine output, and a slow heart rate. After starting treatment, the dog developed neurological issues like difficulty moving and decreased awareness. The vet diagnosed a serious condition where heart and kidney problems affected the brain. To help, they placed a pacemaker to regulate the heart. Thankfully, the dog's condition improved quickly, and he was able to go home after three days in the hospital.
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Abstract
ABSTRACT A 14‐year‐old miniature Pinscher was presented with azotemia, severe hyperkalemia, and oliguria caused by decompensation of chronic renal disease, along with bradycardia resulting from third‐degree atrioventricular (AV) block. Supportive medical treatment was instituted for the oliguria, azotemia, and hyperkalemia. Within 12 h of hospitalization, multifocal central neurologic signs developed, including nystagmus, quadriparesis, decreased mentation, and ventral neck flexion. A diagnosis of cardiorenal cerebral syndrome was made. A transvenous permanent pacemaker was placed to improve cardiac output. Within 24 h, clinical signs improved, and the patient was discharged from the hospital on day three.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.1111/jvim.70249