The coughing dog and cat Flashcards
What is chronic bronchitis/bronchiectasis/chronic tracheobronchial syndrome?
Syndrome characterised by chronic irritation to bronchial mucosa this results in increased mucous secretion, compromised defence mechanisms, coughing anf bronchial constriction
How would you describe the cough in chronic bronchitis?
Dry and hacking
What effect can chronic bronchitis have on the heart?
It can cause sinus arrhythmia
What’s the best way to diagnose chronic bronchitis?
endoscopy to visualise the inflammation and rule out other causes of infection. This can be combined with a tracheobronchial wash to reveal a mixed population of inflammatory and epithelial cells.
What management recommendations would you suggest for Chronic bronchitis ?
Clean atmosphere, humidification of home, Limited but regular exercise, and replacing collar with haltie
What drug therapy would you use for dogs suffering with chronic bronchitis ?
Bronchodilators, Antibiotics (if indicated), Expectorants, Mucolyics, Cough Suppressants ( ONLY IF NON PRODUCTIVE) and anti inflammatory medication.
Corticosteroids are indicated for treatment of chronic bronchitis but what must you be careful of?
Iatrogenic cushings
What is the pathophysiology of tracheal collapse?
Abnormal flexability or the tracheal rings and stretching of the dorsal ligaments resulting is collapse
What breeds of dog are typically affected by tracheal collapse?
Yorkshire terriers and miniture poodles but also other small breeds
What clinical signs are associated with tracheal collapse?
Possibly audible clicking or slapping noises on inspiration or expiration. Mostly chronic cough and dynpnoea
How would you diagnose tracheal collapse?
Xray or ideally endoscopy
What is the scientific name for the most common canine lungworm?
Angiostrongylus Vasorum
Where does angiostrongylus effect?
Pulmonary vasculature that can result in pulmonary hypertension and possible haemorrhage
Where does filaroides osleri effect?
The bifurication of the trachea resulting in airway irritation and coughing
How would you treat canine lungworm?
5-7 day course of febenzadole
