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Lung lobe torsion in dogs: 22 cases (1981-1999)
P J Neath1, D J Brockman, L G King
1Section of Surgery, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19104-6010, USA.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|October 6, 2000
Summary
Lung lobe torsion is rare in dogs, often affecting large, deep-chested breeds like Afghan Hounds. Prognosis is fair to guarded, with chylothorax being a notable complication, especially in Afghan Hounds.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Canine Surgery
- Thoracic Diseases
Background:
- Lung lobe torsion is a rare but serious condition in dogs.
- Identifying breed predispositions and common complications is crucial for effective treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate breed disposition, postoperative complications, and outcomes in dogs diagnosed with lung lobe torsion.
- To analyze the association between lung lobe torsion and other thoracic conditions, such as chylothorax.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective study was conducted on 22 client-owned dogs with confirmed lung lobe torsion.
- Data collected included signalment, clinical history, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, and patient outcomes.
Main Results:
- Large, deep-chested breeds, particularly Afghan Hounds, were overrepresented. Dyspnea and pleural effusion were common presenting signs.
- Postoperative complications included chylothorax (8/22 dogs), pneumonia, and acute respiratory distress syndrome. Survival rates varied, with 6 dogs dying within two weeks of surgery.
Conclusions:
- Lung lobe torsion is infrequent in dogs, with a predilection for large, deep-chested breeds, especially Afghan Hounds.
- An association with chylothorax was observed, particularly in Afghan Hounds.
- The overall prognosis for dogs with lung lobe torsion is considered fair to guarded.