Cytological findings of bile samples from dogs and cats

Cholecystocentesis may be performed as part of the complete diagnostic work up of hepatobiliary diseases in small animals. In this institution, positive bacterial culture results occur in up to 30% of bile samples from dogs and cats with hepatobiliary disorders. Commonly cultured bacteria include normal inhabitants of the gastrointestinal tract, such as Escherichia coli and Enterococcus spp. Ascending migration from the gut has thus been accepted as the most plausible pathomechanism for bactibilia; however, experimental studies have also documented that hematogenous spread of bacteria from the portal vein is possible.
Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Gastroenterology Source Type: research