Canine hydrocephaly diagnosed through transcranial ultrasonography: Case report

Authors

  • Andreza da Silva Universidade Federal de Pelotas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n07a856.1-4

Keywords:

Dog, imaging diagnosis, pug, ultrasound

Abstract

Hydrocephalus is considered a multifactorial anomaly, associated with the accumulation or inadequate passage of cerebrospinal fluid, the consequences of this disease can be dilation, swelling and subsequent atrophy and destruction of the brain parenchyma. The definitive diagnosis is made through imaging exams. So, the objective is to report the case of the ultrasound diagnosis of congenital hydrocephalus in a 45-day old pug canine. The patient showed neurological signs, such as constant vocalization, head pressing and disorientation, in addition to developmental delay in relation to the rest of the litter. For diagnosis, an ultrasound examination of the right, left and fontanelle temporal windows was performed.

Published

2021-06-17

Issue

Section

Medicina veterinária

How to Cite

Canine hydrocephaly diagnosed through transcranial ultrasonography: Case report. (2021). Pubvet, 15(07). https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n07a856.1-4

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