Abcesso pancreático em 36 cães: Uma análise retrospectiva dos indicadores prognósticos / Pancreatic Abscess in 36 Dogs: A Retrospective Analysis of Prognostic Indicators

Pancreatic Abscess in 36 Dogs: A Retrospective Analysis of Prognostic Indicators

1. Jonathan R. Anderson, DVM, 
2. Karen K. Cornell, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVS, 
3. Nolie K. Parnell, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM and
4. S. Kathleen Salisbury, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS

1. Abstract

   Thirty-six dogs were diagnosed with pancreatic abscess by the presence of purulent exudate within the parenchyma of the pancreas during exploratory laparotomy. Data regarding history, physical examination findings, clinicopathological data, diagnostic imaging findings, bacteriological culture results, abdominal drainage technique, and perioperative treatment were evaluated for factors predictive of survival. Elevated blood urea nitrogen, serum alkaline phosphatase activity, and rising bicarbonate ion concentration were each found to have statistically significant (P<0.05) influences on survival to discharge. Twenty-two (71%) of 36 dogs died or were euthanized prior to discharge from the hospital.