Disappearance of pericardial effusion by suspected pericardial-pleural fistulain a Miniature Schnauzer dog
10.14405/kjvr.2018.58.2.115
- Author:
Hakhyun KIM
1
;
Ji Houn KANG
;
Dongwoo CHANG
Author Information
1. Veterinary Medical Center and College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju 28644, Korea. jhkang@chungbuk.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Korean Journal of Veterinary Research
2018;58(2):115-118
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
A 13-year-old spayed female Miniature Schnauzer was presented with complaints of intermittent syncope. Pericardial effusion was confirmed based on the physical examination, thoracic radiographs and echocardiography. Subsequently, prompt pericardiocentesis was performed. Clinical abnormalities were immediately improved after pericardiocentesis. However, the clinical signs associated with acute collapse recurred. After the second pericardiocentesis, thoracic radiographs revealed pleural effusion, and the clinical signs resolved rapidly. The dog underwent pleural aspiration. Analysis of pleural fluid revealed almost similar features as the previous pericardial fluid. It was possible that a pericardial-pleural fistula was created during the pericardiocentesis. The pericardial and pleural effusion disappeared after the procedures.
