Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Suspected transient pseudohypoaldosteronism in a 10-day-old quarter horse foal.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Arroyo, Luis G et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Pathobiology · Canada
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A 10-day-old quarter horse colt was brought in because he seemed disoriented and couldn't nurse. The veterinarians found that he had swelling in his kidneys and urinary tract, along with a serious imbalance in his electrolytes, which are important for body function. These symptoms were similar to a condition seen in newborn humans called transient pseudohypoaldosteronism, where the body doesn't respond properly to a hormone that helps control salt and water balance. The treatment details aren't mentioned, but the diagnosis suggests that the colt's condition is serious and requires careful management.
Abstract
A 10-day-old quarter horse colt was presented for signs of disorientation and inability to nurse. Hydronephrosis/hydroureters, with concomitant pyelonephritis and a severe electrolytes disturbance, were diagnosed. The clinical findings closely resembled those described for a syndrome of transient pseudohypoaldosteronism in human neonates.
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