RAD – No pathological thoracic changes to explain coughing and lethargy in a 6 year old F intact Great Dane

Case Study

RAD – No pathological thoracic changes to explain coughing and lethargy in a 6 year old F intact Great Dane

This 6 year old F intact Great Dane has a history of occasional coughing after resting, and lethargy after exercise. PE: Increased resting heart rate when relaxed, arrhythmia noted.

This 6 year old F intact Great Dane has a history of occasional coughing after resting, and lethargy after exercise. PE: Increased resting heart rate when relaxed, arrhythmia noted.

DX

The current radiographic study does not reveal pathological changes that can explain the clinical signs.

Image Interpretation

Rads of the thorax – 

The cardiovascular structures including the pulmonary vasculature are within normal limits. Multiple small round well-defined mineral opaque opacities are noted superimposedwith the lung parenchyma.

Outcome

No radiographic evidence of relevant cardiac or pulmonary disease
Incidental pulmonary osteomas
Full cardio workup including echocardiography is strongly advised to screen for early
stage or occult DCM.

Patient Information

Patient Name : Calliope
Gender : Female, Intact
Species : Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status : Complete
Liz Wuz Here : Yes
Code : 17_00081

Clinical Signs

  • Coughing
  • Lethargy

Exam Finding

  • Arrhythmia

Clinical Signs

  • Coughing
  • Lethargy
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