Αποτελέσματα Αναζήτησης
4 Οκτ 2024 · The prognosis or the most likely outcome for ascites depends on the cause, so the life expectancy for a dog with ascites is hard to predict.
4 Απρ 2024 · Three common types of treatment for ascites in dogs include: Surgery: Sometimes surgery will be needed to address the cause. This is often true in cases of peritonitis, ruptured urinary bladder, or bleeding tumor.
13 Δεκ 2016 · With concurrent treatments, ascites in your dog can be reduced and managed. You may be sent home with medications and a specific dietary plan, and may have future visits scheduled. However, recovery will ultimately depend on the success of treatments for the underlying condition.
14 Μαΐ 2019 · Furosemide is often the first line of treatment in cases of ascites with a half life of 1.5 hours and given at the dose of 40 mg/day and max 160 mg/ day in case of nonresponders to furosemide . The dose may also be spread in divided doses of 3 mg/kg × IV every 2 hours and at 4 mg/kg per os at night.
Treatment for ascites in dogs will depend on the underlying condition causing it. Sometimes, diuretics such as furosemide and spironolactone can increase the rate of water elimination and help in controlling and managing the accumulation of fluid in the abdomen.
Reducing ascites by ≤ 1%–1.5% of total body weight/d is recommended by initially using combined treatment with furosemide (1–2 mg/kg, PO, every 12 hours) and spironolactone (loading dosage 2–4 mg/kg for 2–3 doses, then 1–2 mg/kg, PO, every 12 hours).
Treatment Options for Ascites Addressing the Underlying Cause: Explain that treatment varies depending on the root issue (e.g., heart disease vs. cancer). Diuretics: Medications to reduce fluid buildup.
