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Percutaneous drill pulmonary biopsy in the dog
American Journal of Veterinary Research
|September 1, 1978
Summary
Percutaneous drill pulmonary biopsy in dogs yielded a 51% success rate for tissue collection but carried a 4% mortality risk due to hemorrhage. This technique is not recommended for canine pulmonary biopsies.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Pulmonary Pathology
- Surgical Techniques
Background:
- Pulmonary biopsies are crucial for diagnosing lung diseases in animals.
- Minimally invasive techniques are sought to reduce patient risk.
- Drill biopsy offers a potential percutaneous approach.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of percutaneous drill pulmonary biopsy in dogs.
- To determine the success rate of obtaining viable lung tissue.
- To assess the complication rate, including mortality.
Main Methods:
- Percutaneous drill pulmonary biopsy was performed 41 times.
- The study involved 5 canine subjects.
- Data collected included tissue yield and adverse events.
Main Results:
- A 51% success rate was achieved in obtaining gross pulmonary tissue.
- A 4% mortality rate was observed, primarily due to endobronchial hemorrhage.
- Complications included significant bleeding events.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous drill pulmonary biopsy in dogs has a moderate success rate for tissue acquisition.
- The procedure is associated with a significant risk of fatal hemorrhage.
- This technique is not recommended for routine use in canine pulmonary diagnostics.