Adrenal mass in a 12yr old, MN, DSH
12-year-old MN DSH with a history uncontrolled diabetes mellitus was presented for evaluation of ravenous appetite, shaking, and restlessness. Current therapy was 9 IU PZI SQ BID. Urinalysis showed SG of 1.024 and glycosuria. CBC was within reference range. Abnormalities on serum biochemistry were hyperglycemia, elevated ALT and ALP activity, and hypokalemia. T4 was within…
Inflamed gallbladder mucocele, surgical emergency, in a 12 year old FS Beagle
This 12 year old FS Beagle presented with vomiting, discomfort, lethargy and inappetance. Exam: painful cranial abdomen, dehydrated, mentation dull. CBC/Chem: BUN low 8.8, Crea low 0.4, P high 5.0, Glob high 4.0, ALT 1000, ALKP 993, GGT 44, Tbili 2.9. HCT 53%, platelets 280,000
RAD – Mid abdominal mass with peritonitis and subileus in a 8 year old MN mixed dog
This 8 year old MN canine mix has a history of anorexia and intermittent vomiting; 4 # weight loss in one month. Restless and increased respiratory effort at night. CBC/Chem: ALKP 136
Enlarged residual prostate suggesting urethritis in a 10 year old MN Sharpei
This 10 year old MN Sharpei has a history of 8 # weight loss in the last 2 weeks; anxious, panting, prefers to be outside, decreased appetite, PU/PD. CBC/Chem wnl
Calvarial and intracranial neoplastic mass lesions in a 11 year old MN Golden Retriever
This 11 year old MN Golden Retriever presented with excessive panting, lethargy, neck extension, exaggerated swallowing, reluctance to rest head. Palpable cranial mass left side, inflamed left nostril.
RAD – Obstructive gastric foreign material in the gastric outlet of a 6 year old FS Pit Bull dog
This 6 year old FS Pit Bull dog presented with restlessness of 2 hours duration. Owners concerned about obstruction, has access to many potential foreign bodies. Physical Exam- gagging and flatulence, otherwise wnl
Right parathyroid adenoma and branchial cyst in a 15 year old FS Beagle dog
A 15-year-old FS Beagle, with current medications of Enalapril, Soloxine, and Lasix for history of managed cardiac disease was presented for restlessness and inability to get comfortable. Abnormalities on physical examination were painful cranial abdomen and pain on the lumbar spine. CBC was within normal limits. Abnormalities on blood chemistry were mildly elevated AST, moderately…
Adrenal carcinoma with invasion of the caudal vena cava in a 14 year old FS mixed breed dog
A 14-year-old FS mixed breed dog was presented for pacing, lethargy, and intermittent vomiting and diarrhea over the course of 1-2 months. The physical exam was unremarkable. The only abnormality on urinalysis was 1+ proteinuria with urine culture yielding growth of Escherichia coli. Abnormalities on blood chemistry were increased creatinine and hyperglycemia. T-4 result was…
Prostatic abscess treated with abscess drainage antibiotic injection and neuter (ADAIN) procedure in a 9 year old MI Poodle dog
A 9-year-old MI poodle, with history of calcium oxalate crystalluria, presented for acting strangely. Per the owner, the patient was restless, had labored breathing, and was vomiting. There was a possibility of foreign body ingestion. On physical examination, the patient was depressed, quiet, and febrile, the mucous membranes were moist and pink, and the abdomen…
Lymphoid hyperplasia and extramedullary hematopoiesis in a 12 year old FS Standard Poodle
A 12 year old FS Standard Poodle on hypoallergenic diet was presented for a growth on the lip, tachypnea, polyuria/polydipsia, recent trouble managing stairs, and restlessness. On physical examination, the dog had a swollen left lateral stifle, a 1/2 cm black pedunculated mass on the lip, and a stiff hindquarter was evident. Cytology from the…