This 7-year-old MN Jack Russell Terrier was presented for acute vomiting and hematemesis. The physical exam revealed a tense cranial abdomen and mild hyperthermia. CBC, blood chemistry and urinalyses were all normal.
This 7-year-old MN Jack Russell Terrier was presented for acute vomiting and hematemesis. The physical exam revealed a tense cranial abdomen and mild hyperthermia. CBC, blood chemistry and urinalyses were all normal.
Case Study
Pyloric Foreign Body in a 7 year old MN Jack Russell Terrier Dog
DX
Pyloric foreign body
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
Pyloric luminal foreign body.
Image Interpretation
The video reveals that the distal pylorus is focally distended with a smoothly marginated, ovoid to almond shaped, strongly shadowing luminal foreign body. The proximal gastric lumen is gas and fluid distended.
Outcome
The patient recovered uneventfully.
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
GI pathology – Gastric ulcer, Helicobacter, foreign body, IBD, pancreatitis, metabolic disease.
Sampling
Gastrotomy was performed to remove a pistachio nut embedded in the pylorus.
Video
Patient Information
Patient Name :
Harley B
Gender :
Male, Neutered
Species :
Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
04_00116
Clinical Signs
- Hematemesis
- Vomiting
Exam Finding
- Abdominal Pain
- Fever
- Tense Abdomen
Images
Clinical Signs
- Hematemesis
- Vomiting