Anticoagulant rodenticide toxicosis causing tracheal collapse in 4 small breed dogs

AbstractObjectiveTo describe 4 cases of tracheal narrowing attributed to tracheal mucosal hemorrhage caused by anticoagulant rodenticide toxicity in breeds predisposed to tracheal collapse.Case SummaryOver the years 2005 –2014, 4 dogs were presented for respiratory distress secondary to diffuse tracheal narrowing. All dogs had possible anticoagulant rodenticide ingestion and prolonged prothrombin time. All dogs received fresh‐frozen plasma transfusions, vitamin K1 supplementation, and supportive care. Tracheal narrowing improved on follow ‐up radiographs in 3 of 4 patients. One of 4 did not have follow‐up radiographs performed. All dogs survived.New or Unique Information ProvidedAnticoagulant rodenticide toxicity causing clinical signs consistent with tracheal collapse is a rare but recognized phenomenon that has not been previously reported in breeds prone to tracheal collapse.

Source: Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care - November 9, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Amanda J. Thomer, Kari A. Santoro Beer Tags: Case Series Source Type: research