SACCM 21: Lower Airway Disease in Dogs

Question 1

what percentage of airways collapse qualifies as bronchomalacia?

Answer 1

> 50%

Question 2

What is the normal cell composition of BAL fluid in dogs?

Answer 2

70-75% macrophages, 5-8% neutrophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes

Question 3

Name risk factors for aspiration pneumonia in dogs

Answer 3

• swallowing disorders (megaesophagus, esophagitis)
• vomiting
• decreased level of consciousness (postanesthesia, postictus, head trauma)
• laryngeal dysfunction
• surgery

Question 4

why may terbutaline be considered in severe aspiration pneumonia?

Answer 4

Can consider terbutaline 0.01 mg/kg SQ/IM/IV BID to TID for first 24-48 hours to combat acid-induced vasoconstriction