End stage Liver disease with Cirrhosis pattern and Portal Hypertension in 10 year old MN Labrador

End stage Liver disease with Cirrhosis pattern and Portal Hypertension in 10 year old MN Labrador

This 10 year old MN Labrador dog presented with distended abdomen, decreased energy level and decreased appetite. 

Adrenal Mass with Left Phrenic Invasion in a 10 year old FS Yorkie mix

This 10 year old FS Yorkie mix presented with a history of lethargy; while still eating, urinating and deficating normally. She then began shaking, the abdomen became distended and she stopped eating or drinking. UA- isothenuria and proteinuria. 3 small bladder stones were collected when obtaining UA and 4dx negative. SDMA 16, BUN 37, CREAT 1.6,…

Common Bile Duct, Duodenal Papilla, and Portal Hilus Imaging In A 13-Year-Old MN DSH Cat: Our Case Of the Month 2021

Decreased appetite. Current meds: Metronidazole, Denamarin, Mirtazapine. ALT 393, T. bili 5.7, Mag 2.7, Chol 307, Amyl 1891, PSL 50, Lymphs 9, Mono 8, Neuts 11,680, Mono 1280,Eos. 1600, USG 1.048.

Conn’s Syndrome/Right Adrenal Gland Mass In An 11-Year-Old FS DSH : Our Case Of the Month June 2020

An 11-year-old FS DSH cat was presented for poor appetite, hyperthyroidism, and previous episode of hypertension. The patient perked up a bit after receiving SQ fluids, Cerenia, and mirtazapine. CBC was WNL, blood chemistry found phosphorous 2.7, Na 156, K 2.6, bicarb 27, CK 441, Total T-4 7.3, USG 1.021.

Inguinal Hernia in an 8-Year-Old MN Yorkshire Terrier: Our Case Of the Month: May 2020

An 8-year-old male neutered Yorkshire terrier was presented for vomiting, anorexic, lethargy, dehydration, and azotemia. A 2 x 2cm dense mass was palpated in the left inguinal region. Non-reducible. R/O renal disease, pancreatitis. Current meds: Cerenia; Famotidine; Ampicillin; Baytril. CBC: pmns 22K; PCV 67%; TP 9.6; Bun 48; Creat 3; Phos 10 (values improving with…

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…

Post-Hepatic Obstruction By A Duodenal Papilla Calculus In A 9-Year-Old FS DSH Cat: Our Case Of the Month

History of a sewing needle stuck in the caudal aspect of hard palate a month prior. 24 inches of string was attached and removed (without resistance) under sedation. The patient then presented almost one month later for anorexia, vomiting and hiding. Blood chemistry found ALT >1000, glucose 223, T. Bili. 2.3, TP 9.4, Glob. 6.1….

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…