Injuries in the major organs Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes of pyometra?
A
- Repeated cycles with no pregnancy causes cysts
- Opening of cervix during oestrus causes bacteria to enter
- Low WBCs within uterus during oestrus
- May be open or closed
- Closed- true emergency
2
Q
What are the clinical signs of pyometra?
A
- V+ and D+
- Anorexia
- Uncomfortable abdomen
- Pyrexia
- Open – purulent discharge from vagina
- Collapse
3
Q
What is the treatment of pyometra?
A
- Treatment of shock if present
- IVFT
- IV antibiotics
- Ovariohysterectomy
4
Q
What are the clinical signs of rupture diaphragm?
A
- None
- Varying degrees of dyspnoea
- Posture – sitting upright, head/neck extended, elbow abducted
5
Q
What is the treatment of rupture diaphragm?
A
- Keep warm and quiet
- Oxygen supplementation
- Monitor pulse and respiration
- Radiographs and SX
6
Q
What are the clinical signs of heart failure?
A
- Shock
- Dyspnoea
- Pale/cyanotic mm
- Weak pulses
7
Q
What is the treatment of heart failure?
A
- Diuretics
- Thoracocetesis
- Oxygen therapy
- Low stress handling
- Keep warm
