Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ultrasound-assisted diagnosis of renal dysplasia in a 3-month-old Quarter Horse colt.
- Journal:
- Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association
- Year:
- 1998
- Authors:
- Ramirez, S et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences · United States
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A 3-month-old Quarter Horse colt was brought in for treatment of leg deformities. During the examination, the vet found that the colt had high levels of waste products in his blood, which was an unexpected finding. An ultrasound showed that his kidneys were small, oddly shaped, and not developing properly, with some parts not visible as they should be. A biopsy taken with the ultrasound suggested that he had a birth defect affecting his kidneys, which was later confirmed when the colt passed away and was examined. Unfortunately, the treatment did not work, as the condition was severe and ultimately led to his death.
Abstract
A 3-month-old foal was presented for correction of bilateral angular limb deformities. Azotemia was detected as an incidental finding. Small, misshapened, hyperechoic kidneys with decreased corticomedullary demarcation were noted with ultrasonography. Additionally, the internal renal architecture was abnormal in that the intrarenal vessels and distant collecting system were not clearly seen in either kidney. Ultrasound-guided renal biopsy was suggestive of congenital renal dysplasia, which was later confirmed at necropsy. Clinical, sonographic, and pathologic features of equine renal dysplasia are discussed.
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