A young (< 1 year) intact female was presented for evaluation of PU/PD and a hematocrit of 26.

A young (< 1 year) intact female was presented for evaluation of PU/PD and a hematocrit of 26.

Gallbladder mucocele rupture in an 8 yr old, FS Sheltie.

An 8-year-old FS Sheltie was presented for evaluation of vomiting and diarrhea over a 1-2 week period and recent onset acute abdomen. Medications: metronidazole 250mg BID, clavamox 125mg BID Radiograph Findings: no obvious obstructive pattern but, material in stomach.

Ruptured gallbladder mucocele with bile peritonitis in an 8 year old FS Sheltie

An 8-year-old SF Sheltie was presented for evaluation of vomiting and diarrhea over a 1-2 week period and recent onset acute abdomen. Medications: metronidazole 250mg BID, clavamox 125mg BID Radiograph Findings: no obvious obstructive pattern but, material in stomach.

Pancreatic necrosis in a 10 year old MN Husky

A 10-year-old NM Husky was presented for evaluation of acute onset weakness and abdominal pain after getting into garbage with pork remains overnight. Physical examination revealed hemorrhagic diarrhea, few bouts of vomiting, and pyrexia. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry were monocytosis, azotemia, bilirubinemia, and elevated proteins.

A² + B² = C² “The Telemed Sonogram Theorem”: Our Case Of the Month Nov. 2019

The patient was presented for vomiting, lethargy, and painful cranial abdomen. Blood chemistry revealed BUN 5, glob. 4.7, ALT >1000, Alk.Phos. 1342, GGT 25, and T. bili 2.8. A STAT ultrasound was ordered and performed by ASNW with interpretation done by SonoPath.

Post-Hepatic Obstruction With Chronic Cholangitis In A 12-Year-Old FS Poodle Mix: Our Case Of the Month 2019

The patient was presented for painful abdomen, pyrexia, vomiting, and anorexia. After 12 hours on IVF and supportive care the patient’s pyrexia resolved and there was no further vomiting. A painful abdomen persisted and mild icterus was evident in both the sclera and mucous membranes. The patient was treated with Cerenia, Unasyn, Metronidazole, Gabapentin, and…

Bilateral Ureterolithiasis and Hydronephrosis in a 10-Year-Old Female Spayed DLH Cat: Our Case Of the Month February 2018

The patient presented for pain in the area of the kidneys, dehydration, and anorexia with increased renal values. The patient initially improved after treatment with I.V. fluids, but the symptoms returned 5 days later. Cerenia, SQ fluids, and buprenorphine were added to the treatment plan. Preliminary blood chemistry revealed BUN 128, creat. 7.6 which improved…

Intramural Abscess In A 3-Year-Old MN Canine Mixed Breed: Our Case of The Month September 2017

A 3-year-old, 60 lb, MN, Labrador Retriever mixed breed canine was presented with a history of possible dietary indiscretion while on a hike with his owner 48 hrs prior. The patient was ADR and had been intermittently vomiting for 24 hrs. Upon physical examination the patient exhibited pain in the caudal abdomen and an abnormal…

Left adrenal mass invasion, likely pheochromocytoma, in a 10 year old MN Labrador Retriever

A 10-year-old NM Labrador cross was presented for inappetence, abdominal pain, heavy breathing, and intermittent abdominal distension. Blood work was normal. Survey radiographs showed splenomegaly and decreased liver size. 

Large anaerobic abdominal mass of liver or pancreatic origin in a 9 year old FS Beagle

A 9-year-old FS Beagle was presented for evaluation of acute onset abdominal pain and vomiting. There was no history of foreign body/toxin ingestion or exposure to different foods. Additional history was hypothyroidism controlled with soloxine. On physical examination, ptyalism and a painful tense abdomen was present. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry were elevated hematocrit…