Politraumatismo en paciente canino hembra Shih Tzu.

Abstract

On September 6, 2023, in the afternoon, a female canine patient of approximately 4 years old, Shih Tzu breed, arrives at the Animal World small animal veterinary clinic. The canine was admitted to the clinic due to being run over, the owners report that she was hit by a car and does not support her hind limbs well. The physical examination revealed pink mucous membranes, lymph nodes without any alteration, alertness, a temperature of 38.9℃, body condition 3/5, and claudication of the hind limbs. As a diagnostic test, a hemoleukogram was performed, which showed leukocytosis, with an increase in neutrophils, lymphocytosis and monocytopenia. When performing the radiological and ultrasound tests, abundant abdominal fluid was evident resulting from a bladder rupture. In the radiological projections, multiple fractures were observed in the hip, in which there was a fracture of the right ilium and a fracture of the left ilium and ischium. Locally, osteosynthesis was carried out using a dynamic compression plate and cortical screws.