Acute canine pancreatitis – diagnosis and treatment

Abstract:

Acute pancreatitis is a relatively common condition seen in small animal practice among canine patients, with the potential to be life-threatening. Definitive diagnosis is difficult due to the non-specific nature of the symptoms seen and clinical findings, so diagnosis is based upon a combination of clinical history, blood tests and abdominal imaging. Management of acute pancreatitis involves supportive and symptomatic treatment, including intravenous fluid therapy, pain management, diet modification and intensive nursing care, with early diagnosis and treatment frequently resulting in a positive outcome.

Keywords: :

• canine
• pancreatitis
• medicine
• nursing

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Sarah Whiteman

Sarah Whiteman BSc(Hons) RVNSarah graduated from the University of Bristol in 2015 with first class honours in Veterinary Nursing and Bioveterinary Science. After qualifying, she worked at a first opinion practice in Taunton for 4 years before relocating to work in a veterinary hospital in Bath. Sarah particularly enjoys internal medicine and inpatient care, and is currently working towards her Certificate in Medical Nursing.

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