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Suspected idiopathic intestinal lymphangiectasia in two foals with chylous peritoneal effusion
Author(s) -
Cesar F. B.,
Johnson C. R.,
Pantaleon L. G.
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
equine veterinary education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.304
H-Index - 31
eISSN - 2042-3292
pISSN - 0957-7734
DOI - 10.1111/j.2042-3292.2010.00058.x
Subject(s) - medicine , peritoneal fluid , chylous ascites , chyle , lymphangiectasia , peritoneal effusion , ascites , effusion , pathology , gastroenterology , lymphatic system , surgery , complication
Summary Two foals were examined for signs of abdominal discomfort. Transabdominal ultrasonography revealed an increased amount of free peritoneal fluid and thickened small intestine walls. Abdominocentesis yielded an odourless, white‐to‐yellow, opaque, homogeneous peritoneal fluid with elevated triglyceride levels. Based on the findings, diagnosis of chylous ascites was made. Idiopathic intestinal lymphangiectasia was suspected to be the cause for the condition. Both foals responded well and the condition resolved.