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Severe hypoalbuminemia (i.e., < 2 g/dl) in an animal with diarrhea suggests a protein-losing enteropathy (PLE); however, diarrhea (even when severe) in no way is sufficient to eliminate hepatic disease as the cause of the hypoalbuminemia.
1 Μαΐ 2011 · Severe hypoalbuminemia (i.e., < 2 gm/dl) in an animal with diarrhea suggests a protein-losing enteropathy (PLE). If severe, exudative cutaneous disease, protein-losing nephropathy, and hepatic insufficiency are eliminated, then PLE is a reasonable tentative diagnosis in patients with a serum albumin < 2.0 gm/dl.
Diagnostic Approach. The causes of chronic diarrhea in dogs are multiple, multiple factors are involved, and the prevalence of different diseases can vary depending on the geographical location. Some diseases can generally be ruled out using relatively simple exams (e.g., intestinal parasites).
Severe hypoalbuminemia (i.e., < 2 gm/dl) in an animal with diarrhea suggests a protein-losing enteropathy (PLE); however, diarrhea (even when severe) in no way is sufficient to eliminate hepatic disease as the cause of the hypoalbuminemia.
Is diarrhea the only sign of PLE? Diarrhea is one common sign of PLE. The diarrhea may come and go, may be continuous, or may be the consistency of water. But some dogs with PLE have normal stools. Dogs will also have a difficult time holding their weight, and they may become lethargic.
11 Φεβ 2021 · Low blood albumin in dogs, also known as hypoalbuminemia, happens when levels of albumin, a protein that regulates blood volume, drop abnormally low. It can be chronic and appear gradually, or...
In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr Garret Pachtinger reviews causes of hypoalbuminemia in dogs and cats. Liver disease, protein-losing enteropathy and protein-losing nephropathy should be your top differentials. Learn the appropriate workup in veterinary medicine.
