Lymphangectasia presentation with likely protein-losing enteropathy (PLE) in a 4 year old M Rottweiler dog
A 4-year-old intact male Rottweiler that was recently adopted was presented for evaluation of anorexia, intermittent vomiting, diarrhea, and coughing. Physical examination showed poor condition and muscle wasting. Survey radiographs showed poor serosal detail and a AFAST scan revealed free fluid within the abdomen.
ORTHO – Normal ultrasound of the shoulder musculature and tendons in a 5 year old FS Wire-haired Pointing Griffon with lameness
This 5 year old FS Wireharied Pointing Griffon dog presented with Grade I/V right thoracic limb lameness in the exam room; video provided by owners revealed a grade III-IV/V lameness. Intermittent lameness since 2014. Off weights the right thoracic limb while standing. All joints of the thoracic limbs had normal range of motion and no…
CT – Soft tissue neoplasia within the nasopharynx on the dorsum of the soft palate in a FS dog
This FS dog has a history of temperal Muscle Atrophy, Left eye enophthalmus, sneezing Physical Exam: otherwise wnl CBC/Chem wnl
RAD – mediastinal lymphadenomegaly, lobar interstitial infiltrate likely round cell neoplasia in a 12 year old FS Flat Coated Retriever dog
This 12 year old FS Flat Coated Retriever dog presente with vomiting of 3 month duration with a 5 day history of coughing. Weight loss 12 pounds (15% body weight) over 3 months. Physical Exam: Thin (BCS 2/5) with poor hair coat. Lungs auscultate WNL, mild to moderate, generalized muscle atrophy (MCS = 3/4). Splenomegaly…
RAD – chronic degenerative lumbosacral stenosis in a 5 year old MN Golden Retriever dog
This 5 year old MN Goldern Retriever dog presented with acute onset hindlimb paresis and ataxia of 2 weeks duration. Treated with Methocarbamol 500mg TID, Tramadol 100mg BID and anti-inflammatory dose of Prednisone. No improvement noted Physical Exam: Hindlimb paresis and ataxia; can stand for about 30 seconds, CPs WNL, significant hindlimb muscle atrophy, significant…
RADS – Bronchitis in a 4 year old MN Golden Retriever dog
History of difficulty swallowing from puppyhood; otherwise wnl. Progression of signs to episodes (daily to every other week) of lip licking, hard swallowing, sometimes regurgitation of small fluid or phlegm. No vomiting. Stools are 100% firm and formed. Diet of slurry kibble; owner feeds small freq meals elevated and this seems to help. Physical…
CT – Brain Stem Mass, Moderate Rhinitis in a 13 year old FS DSH cat
History of hyperthyroidism and chronic renal disease. Owner found laterally recumbant on the stairs on 8/1115. Physical Exam: General muscle atrophy, loss of proprioception on right front limb, paresis on left rear limb with no CP deficits
Abscess/Fistula of the Right Eye with Secondary Chronic Septic Osteitis in a 12 year old MN Maine Coon cat
History of chronic rhinitis which is only partially responsive to steroids and no improvement with antibiotics Newly developed eye discharge, seems quieter than usual since his last Depo Medrol injection 1 month ago. Taking compounded Baytril, no other medications. Physical Exam: BARH mms pink CRT2s, Matted haircoat, BCS 5/9 – some loss of muscle mass…
Suspected multicentric lymphoma in a 12 year old MN DSH cat
A 12½-year-old neutered male DSH cat with a history of hypertension controlled with amlodipine was presented for evaluation of PU/PD and weight loss. On physical examination, a cranial abdominal mass (suspected kidney) and moderate muscle atrophy was present. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry included neutrophilia and azotemia. Prior urine analysis had shown proteinuria with…
Lymphoma diagnosed on FNA in the spleen and liver of a 9 year old MN English Pointer
A 9-year-old MN English Pointer was presented for decreased appetite, weight loss, lethargy, and halitosis. Physical examination findings were generalized muscle wasting and slightly pale mucous membranes. The only abnormality on urinalysis was trace proteinuria; UPC showed borderline proteinuria. Abnormalities on CBC were anemia and thrombocytopenia. The patient was treated with Prednisone pending an ultrasound.