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Nondiabetic emphysematous cystitis in two dogs.

R G Sherding, D J Chew

    Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
    |May 15, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Emphysematous cystitis, a bladder condition, can occur in dogs without diabetes. Prompt antibacterial treatment effectively resolved this condition in two affected dogs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Canine Urology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Emphysematous cystitis is a rare bladder condition characterized by gas within the bladder wall.
    • While often associated with diabetes mellitus, it can occur in non-diabetic patients.

    Observation:

    • Two dogs were diagnosed with emphysematous cystitis unrelated to diabetes mellitus.
    • One dog presented with chronic, recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) involving both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.
    • The second dog had a UTI complicated by renal glucosuria (glucose in the urine).

    Findings:

    • Both dogs received targeted antibacterial therapy tailored to their specific infections.
    • The emphysematous cystitis in both cases resolved completely following appropriate antibiotic administration.

    Implications:

    • This suggests that emphysematous cystitis in dogs can be successfully treated with antibiotics, even in the absence of diabetes.
    • Identifying and treating underlying bacterial infections is crucial for resolving this condition.
    • Further research may elucidate the specific mechanisms leading to emphysematous cystitis in non-diabetic dogs.

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