Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Influence of obesity on the clinical improvement of tracheal and bronchial collapse in dogs: a case report
- Journal:
- Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Medicine
- Year:
- 2022
- Authors:
- Nathália Marques de Oliveira Lemos et al.
- Affiliation:
- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Seropédica-RJ-Brazil · BR
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Tracheal collapse is a common problem in small dogs, where the windpipe becomes weak and can lead to a cough that sounds like a "goose honk." This condition can also cause difficulty breathing, and it's diagnosed through a combination of the dog's history, physical exams, and imaging tests like X-rays. In this case, an overweight dog was treated for tracheal and bronchial collapse, and after receiving medical care and a special diet, the dog showed signs of improvement. The treatment worked well, helping the dog breathe better and feel more comfortable.
Abstract
Tracheal collapse is the most common progressive affection of the anterior pathways in small animals. The most common clinical symptom is a “goose honk” cough in cases of tracheal collapse and inspiratory discomfort in cases of cervical collapse. The diagnosis is based on the history, physical examination, and imaging tests, notably chest radiography and endoscopic examination. Treatment can be clinical or surgical depending on the degree of collapse. Obesity currently affects several domestic animals and predisposes them to respiratory disorders. The overlapping adipose tissue presses on the muscles of the trachea, aggravating the collapse and influencing the lung compliance and expansion. The present report describes the clinical improvement in an obese canine with tracheal and bronchial collapse after clinical management and therapeutic ration.
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