Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with joint supplement poisoning and organ failure
By Weatherson, Harry O et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)·2021·Emergency and Critical Care Department, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: The successful treatment of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome and severe hypernatremia, secondary to joint supplement toxicity in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old neutered male Dachshund was brought in after eating too many joint supplements, leading to dangerously high sodium levels and serious organ issues. The dog showed signs of neurological problems and had abnormal blood tests indicating liver and kidney dysfunction. After several days of intensive care and treatment to lower the sodium levels and support his organs, the dog recovered and was able to go home. This case highlights the risks of joint supplement overdose in pets.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe a case of the successful management of hypernatremia and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome secondary to joint supplement toxicity in a dog. CASE SUMMARY: A 6-year-old neutered male Dachshund was presented for severe hypernatremia and neurological abnormalities after ingestion of a large quantity of joint supplements. The patient developed evidence of multiple organ dysfunction in the form of increased hepatocellular enzymes, prolongation of prothrombin and partial thromboplastin times, azotemia, and thrombocytopenia. Treatment was successful at correcting the hypernatremia and restoring neurological function, and organ dysfunction was successfully managed. Following multiple days of hospitalization and aggressive supportive care, the patient survived to discharge. NEW OR UNIQUE INFORMATION PROVIDED: This case report describes the successful management and survival of multiple organ dysfunction associated with joint supplement toxicity. It also serves to highlight the potential for joint supplement overdose in veterinary patients, which is currently believed to be underrecognized.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33751791/