Pneumatosis in canine chronic enteropathy
Pneumatosis describes the presence of gas within gut wall of presumed bacterial origin. In cats and dogs this is usually associated with acute gut wall necrosis such as haemorrhagic diarrhoea syndrome or gastric dilation-volvulus. However, it can also be seen in chronic enteropathies. This is an elderly Westie with chronic weight loss and gastrointestinal signs. … Continue reading
