Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgery to fix severe pulmonic stenosis in 2-month-old Chihuahua
By Saida, Yuuto et al.·Published in The Journal of veterinary medical science·2007·Department of Veterinary Surgery, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Surgical correction of pulmonic stenosis using transventricular pulmonic dilation valvuloplasty (Brock) in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A two-month-old male long-coated Chihuahua was brought in for not eating and not growing properly. The vet diagnosed him with a serious heart condition called pulmonic valvular stenosis, which was confirmed through an ultrasound of the heart. The dog underwent a special surgery to widen the narrowed valve, and although he had some fluid buildup in his chest afterward, it improved with five days of intensive care. Two months later, follow-up tests showed his heart pressure was much better, and he was back to his normal, energetic self with a good appetite.
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Abstract
A two-month-old male long coated Chihuahua, which had symptoms including anorexia and decreased growth, was diagnosed with pulmonic valvular stenosis. Echocardiography showed the severe progression of pulmonary arterial velocity (6.29 m/s, Pressure gradient (PG); 158 mmHg). Transventricular pulmonic dilation valvuloplasty (Brock) was conducted, and stenosed valve was dilated by the oto forceps. Pleural effusion was observed postoperatively, however, it was diminished under the intensive care for five days after the surgery. The right ventricular systolic pressure was decreased to 60 mmHg in angiocardiography conducted two months postoperatively and the dog has kept a good general condition with recovered vigor and appetite.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17485937/