Pleural effusion without respiratory signs: A case report

9^th Global Veterinary Summit

November 16-17, 2017 | Las Vegas, USA

Osman Safa Terzi

Ankara University, Turkey

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Vet Sci Technol

Abstract :

Pleural effusion, an abnormal accumulation of fluid within the pleural cavity, usually affects cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Bella, three-year-old intact female Irish setter, was seen by primary veterinarian for lethargy, fatigue and wobbling, and was treated for lung edema a month ago. Then she was referred to Clinical Service of Internal Medicine at the faculty of veterinary medicine, Ankara University. Physical examination revealed lethargy, ataxia, incoordination and anorexia. CBC was unremarkable except low HCT. On ultrasonography, pleural effusion was determined and then aspiration followed. Cytological examination revealed mainly RBC and WBC�¢����s. Based on echocardiography and electrocardiography examinations, stage B1 of cardiovascular disease was diagnosed according to guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of canine chronic valvular heart disease by American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) specialty of cardiology consensus in 2009. Although Bella was treated as inpatient for 2 weeks with diuretics, steroids, and antibiotics, prognosis was guarded due to weight loss and large amount of pleural effusion drained about seven liters. However, there was no clinical symptoms of respiratory system. On declined exploratory surgery and elected human euthanasia. Necropsy revealed only diaphragmatic hernia. Cases with persistent pleural effusion, but without respiratory signs should be ruled out/in for diaphragmatic hernia.

Biography :

Osman Safa Terzi has completed his licence program from Kirikkale University. He is working as Research Assisstant in Ankara University.