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Pulmonary thromboembolism in dogs: 47 cases (1986-1987).
1Department of Medicine, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA 01536.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|November 15, 1990
Summary
Pulmonary thromboembolism in dogs often affects middle-aged to older animals, presenting with difficulty breathing and low blood oxygen. Many dogs had multiple underlying health issues, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Canine Pathology
- Cardiopulmonary Disease
Background:
- Pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) is a critical condition in dogs.
- Understanding the common comorbidities and clinical presentation of PTE is essential for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the medical records of dogs diagnosed with pulmonary thromboembolism.
- To identify consistent clinical findings, radiographic features, and frequently associated diseases in canine PTE cases.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of medical records from 47 dogs diagnosed with PTE.
- Analysis of clinical signs, thoracic radiographic findings, and concurrent diagnoses.
Main Results:
- Middle-aged to older dogs were most commonly affected.
- Dyspnea and arterial hypoxemia were consistent clinical findings.
- Cardiac disease, neoplasia, hyperadrenocorticism, disseminated intravascular coagulation, and sepsis were frequent comorbidities, with 64% of dogs having multiple disease processes.
Conclusions:
- Pulmonary thromboembolism in dogs is often associated with significant underlying conditions.
- The presence of multiple comorbidities is common and impacts the clinical picture of PTE in dogs.