Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis causing vomiting and fluid in 3
By Boothe, H W et al.Ā·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical AssociationĀ·1991Ā·Department of Veterinary Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, United StatesĀ·View original on PubMed ā
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Original publication title: Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis in three dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Three young large-breed dogs were brought in with symptoms like fluid buildup in the abdomen (ascites), vomiting, and excessive stomach noises. During surgery, vets found a sac-like structure in their bellies, which was confirmed to be a serious condition involving thickening and scarring of the abdominal lining. Unfortunately, despite treatment attempts, none of the dogs improved and they had to be euthanized due to worsening abdominal swelling.
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Abstract
A condition resembling human sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis was identified in 3 young large-breed dogs. All 3 dogs had similar clinical signs: ascites, vomiting, and excessive borborygmus. The condition was discovered at laparotomy and confirmed histologically. Laparotomy revealed a sac-like formation totally or partially occupying the peritoneal cavity. The predominant histologic abnormality was marked peritoneal and serosal fibrosis. None of the dogs had a favorable response to treatment, and euthanasia was performed because of development of abdominal distention.
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