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Chronic splenic torsion in two dogs
Jennifer M Reinhart1, J Matthew Sherwood, Katherine S KuKanich
1From the Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.
Summary
Chronic splenic torsion in dogs presents with varied signs but can be diagnosed using abdominal ultrasound. Surgical splenectomy offers a full recovery, highlighting ultrasound
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Canine Surgery
Background:
- Chronic splenic torsion is a condition affecting dogs.
- Clinical signs can be nonspecific and variable, making diagnosis challenging.
- Early identification is crucial for successful treatment and prognosis.
Observation:
- Two dogs, a poodle and a French bulldog, presented with nonspecific signs like lethargy, anorexia, and abdominal pain.
- Abdominal ultrasonography revealed characteristic changes in splenic position, echogenicity, and echotexture.
- Color-flow Doppler ultrasonography indicated decreased or absent splenic blood flow in both cases.
Findings:
- Both dogs were diagnosed with chronic splenic torsion via ultrasound.
- Splenectomy was performed on both patients.
- Both dogs experienced complete resolution of clinical signs post-surgery.
Implications:
- Abdominal ultrasound with Doppler evaluation is a key diagnostic tool for canine splenic torsion.
- Prompt surgical intervention, such as splenectomy, leads to excellent long-term outcomes.
- Understanding the variable presentation of chronic splenic torsion is vital for veterinarians.
