Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Successful treatment of perianal fistulas in two dogs with oclacitinib
By Harvey, Richard & Horton, Hollie·Published in Veterinary dermatology·2023·Willows Referral Service, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Successful treatment of perianal fistulas in two dogs with oclacitinib.
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Plain-English summary
Two German shepherds with painful perianal fistulas (PAF), which are abnormal openings near the anus, were treated successfully with oclacitinib, a medication that helps reduce inflammation and itching. Traditionally, ciclosporin has been used for this condition but can cause side effects. In these cases, oclacitinib proved effective without the same risks, leading to improvement in both dogs.
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Abstract
Perianal fistula (PAF) formation in dogs is a frustrating and painful disease, occurring primarily in German shepherd dogs. Ciclosporin has become the recommended treatment of choice yet may be associated with numerous adverse effects. This case report describes the successful treatment of two cases of PAF with oclacitinib.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37184056/