Pituitary dependant hyperadrenocorticism in a 13 year old FS mixed breed dog
A 13 year old, SF mixed breed dog was presented for polyuria, polydypsia, and loss of fur. On physical examination, she had a pot-bellied appearance. Urinalysis revealed 2+ proteinuria and positive microalbuminuria. Elevated ALP activity and hyperlipasemia were evident on blood chemistry. ACTH stimulation test showed normal baseline cortisol level with an elevated level post…
15_00048 Sonny C Mitral insufficiency, suspect left atrial tear
A 6-year-old MN Yorkshire terrier with history of elevated ALP activity and current therapy with Denosyl, was initially presented for evaluation of a slight but persistent cough, PU/PD, and diarrhea for one week duration. Abnormalities on physical examination were a pot-bellied abdomen and pyrexia (103.2В°). CBC and blood chemistry showed mildly elevated MCHC, hypoglycemia, elevated…
Chronic renal disease with infarction in a 7 year old MN DSH cat
A 7 year old neutered male DSH cat was presented with a history of azotemia, polyuria, polydypsia, and weight loss. Physical examination and blood pressure were both within normal limits. The only significant abnormality on urinalysis was a subnormal specific gravity. Abnormalities on blood chemistry included azotemia and hypercalcemia.
Left adrenal tumor in a 10 year old FS mixed breed dog
A 10-year-old FS mixed breed dog was presented with a history of polyuria, polydypsia, and urinating in the house. Physical examination was non-remarkable. Urinalysis showed isosthenuria, 1+ proteinuria, 2+ hematuria, and struvite crystals. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were leukocytosis as a result of neutrophilia, monocytosis and basophilia, thrombocytosis, elevated AST, elevated ALT, and…
Splenoazygos shunt in a 4 year old F Shih Tzu dog
A 4-year-old F Shih Tzu was presented for loss of bladder control, lethargy, and PU/PD for one month. Abnormalities on physical examination were pyrexia (104° F), depressed, and a painful abdomen on palpation. CBC and blood chemistry showed leukocytosis, low MCV, neutrophilia, hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, and hypomagnesemia. On survey abdominal radiographs renomegaly, urinary calculi, and decreased…
Lymphoma diagnosed by trucut biopsy of mediastinal lymph node in a 7-year-old MN Boxer dog
A 7-year-old MN Boxer with history of hypothyroidism (on Soloxine) was presented for PU/PD and decreased appetite. Physical examination of the dog was non-remarkable. Abnormalities on blood chemistry were elevated ALP and ALT activity, marked hypercalcemia, and hyperglobulinemia. An ACTH stimulation test was within normal range.
Left adrenal mass with CVC invasion and a concurrent gastric foreign body in a 10 year old FS Bull Mastiff
A 10-year-old FS Bull Mastiff dog with a history of urinary tract infections was presented for vomiting, polyuria/polydypsia, and pollakiuria. The urine appeared turbid, and analysis revealed isosthenuria, proteinuria, pyuria, and hematuria. Urine culture yielded E.coli. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry were monocytosis, mildly elevated ALP activity, and elevated lipase.
Invasive right adrenal mass in a 10 year old MN Labrador Retriever
A 10-year-old MN Labrador Retriever dog was presented for the evaluation of polyuria and polydipsia of one week’s duration. Physical exam found the patient to be panting excessively, as well as having a pendulous abdomen. Blood chemistry revealed hyperbilirubinemia, an elevated GGT enzyme activity, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hypocalcemia, hypernatremia, hyperchloremia, a high BUN/Creatinine ratio, and a…
Adrenal mass with caval invasion in a 13 year old FS DSH cat
A 13-year-old FS DSH cat was presented for the evaluation of polyuria and polydipsia of several months’ duration. The serum biochemical profile revealed marked hyperglycemia. The CBC showed a low RBC count, lymphopenia, and a monocytosis. The TT4 and free T4 were within normal limits. A fructosamine level was high. The urinalysis showed glucosuria, and…
Splenic mast cell disease diagnosed on FNA in a 15 year old MN DSH cat
A 15-year-old MN DSH cat with a history of hyperglycemia and cardiomyopathy was presented for polyuria/polydipsia. The cat was bright, alert and responsive on physical exam. A grade II/VI systolic murmur was present on auscultation, but no abnormalities were noted within the lungs. The cat’s abdomen was found to be slightly pot-bellied. Blood chemistry revealed…