This 9 year old FS dog presented with acute coughing
This 9 year old FS dog presented with acute coughing
Case Study
CT – Compression Atelectasis in a 9 year old FS dog
DX
Incomplete lobar alveolar pattern with volume loss due to compression atelectasis
Image Interpretation
CT of the thorax –
The caudal compartment of the left cranial lung lobe and the caudal aspect of the cranial compartment adjacent to the heart presents non aerated areas of soft tissue attenuation with air bronchograms, emphasizing the dependent portion of the lobes. Mild volume loss of the left lung with cardiac midline shift to the left side is noted.
Outcome
Less likely tracheitis/laryngitis or treacheal/laryngeal/bronchial collapse. if the clinical signs persist, consider tracheobronchoscopy with bronchoalveolar lavage for further definition.
Patient Information
Patient Name :
Jinx Wolf
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
16_00112
Clinical Signs
- Coughing
Images
Clinical Signs
- Coughing