The patient is a 3 year old poodle dog presented with vomiting and diarrhea
The patient is a 3 year old poodle dog presented with vomiting and diarrhea
Case Study
RAD – Gastroenteritis in a 3 year old MN Poodle dog
Image Interpretation
RADS – right lateral, left lateral and VD abdomen – Radiographic findings:
Osseous structures:
Within normal limits
Intraabdominal structures:
The patient is thin. The serosal detail is as anticipated. The liver and spleen are within
normal limits. The kidneys are normal for size and shape. The urinary bladder is small.
The stomach contains a moderate amount of ingesta and gas. The distribution of the
solid/fluid and gas phase within the stomach is anticipated for all 3 views. Scant
mineral opaque material is seen in the pylorus consistent with an emerging gravel sign.
The small intestinal loops are fluid filled, non-dilated and of even diameter. A foreign
body is not seen. The transverse and ascending colon and cecum contain a mild amount
of fecal matter and gas. The descending colon is largely empty.
DX
gastroenteritis
Outcome
While the history raises some concern for mechanical obstruction, the radiographs do
not show evidence of obstructive pathology. The findings are compatible with
gastroenteritis. The emerging gravel sign is suggestive for subacute or intermittent
partially impeded gastric outflow as seen commonly in gastritis, gastroduodenitis or
pyloric spasm. A long standing outflow problem can be ruled out since there is no gastric dilation.
Partial or intermittent obstruction of the intestinal tract with or without the presence of
non radio opaque foreign material cannot be ruled out entirely.
Given that there is no definitive surgical lesion, supportive care including fluid therapy
is considered useful.
Ultrasonographic examination of the abdomen would be recommended in case of
lacking of response to symptomatic treatment.
Patient Information
Patient Name :
Beau Goldberg, Critical Care
Gender :
Male, Neutered
Species :
Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Clinical Signs
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
Images
Clinical Signs
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting