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Intra-abdominal cryptococcosis in two dogs.

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  • 1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

The Journal of Small Animal Practice
|September 7, 1999
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Intra-abdominal cryptococcosis in dogs can cause serious illness. Early diagnosis and multi-modal treatment, including surgery and antifungal drugs, offer a chance for successful outcomes in canine cryptococcosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Cryptococcosis is a fungal infection that can affect various organs in animals.
  • Intra-abdominal involvement is less common but can lead to significant pathology.

Observation:

  • Two young dogs, a Border Collie and a Giant Schnauzer, presented with distinct clinical signs.
  • The Border Collie exhibited vomiting and mesenteric lymphadenitis, while the Giant Schnauzer showed neurological signs.
  • Diagnostic imaging, including abdominal ultrasonography, was crucial in identifying intestinal cryptococcal granulomas.

Findings:

  • Both dogs were diagnosed with intra-abdominal cryptococcosis, with the gastrointestinal tract suspected as the primary entry point.
  • Treatment involved a combination of surgery and multiagent antifungal chemotherapy.

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  • One dog succumbed to the infection, while the other achieved a successful outcome with sustained improvement.

    • Implications:

    • This study highlights the importance of considering intra-abdominal cryptococcosis in dogs with relevant clinical signs.
    • Aggressive diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, including surgery and antifungal chemotherapy, are essential for managing this condition.
    • Successful treatment can lead to clinical recovery and a decrease in fungal antigen levels.