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Pyometra and Serosal Inclusion Cysts of the Uterus in a Bitch  

Lee, Jun-Am (Veterinary Medical Center, College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University)
Kim, Ill-Hwa (Veterinary Medical Center, College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University)
Jang, Dong-Woo (Veterinary Medical Center, College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University)
Mo, In-Pil (Veterinary Medical Center, College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University)
Kang, Hyun-Gu (Veterinary Medical Center, College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University)
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Journal of Veterinary Clinics / v.30, no.4, 2013 , pp. 305-309 More about this Journal
Abstract
Pyometra is a diestrual, chronic disease process with acute manifestations in the adult, ovary-intact bitch. Serosal inclusion cysts develop during postpartum involution as mesothelium becomes trapped during rapid uterine contraction. A 10-year-old golden retriever bitch presented with lethargy, anorexia, tachypnea, abdominal distention, and abnormal vaginal discharge. Radiographic, ultrasound, and laboratory examinations were performed. On ultrasound examination, the uterus was distended by fluid containing echogenic "snow storm" particles; cystic structures containing anechoic fluid were found adjacent to the body of the uterus. Leukocytosis, neutrophilia, and anemia were diagnosed by a complete blood cell count. The initial diagnosis was pyometra, and an ovariohysterectomy was performed. Macroscopically, the uterine body and horns were expanded and partially adhered to the abdominal wall; numerous cysts containing clear fluid protruded over the entire surface of the uterus. Escherichia coli that was sensitive to enrofloxacin, was cultured from the lumen of the uterus. Histopathological assessment confirmed a final diagnosis of pyometra and serosal inclusion cysts of the uterus.
Keywords
pyometra; serosal inclusion cyst; uterus; bitch;
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