Spherocytosis in dogs with splenic torsion

The cause of spherocytosis may be associated with microangiopathic fragmentation injury

This case series aimed to describe the presentation, diagnostics, treatment, and outcome of 4 cases with concurrent splenic torsion and spherocytosis. Dogs were eligible for inclusion if they had a final diagnosis of splenic torsion confirmed with exploratory laparotomy by board-certified surgeons or a supervised resident-in-training and spherocytosis documented on blood smear review by a board-certified clinical pathologist or supervised resident-in-training. Data extracted from clinical records included signalment, historical and physical examination findings, clinicopathologic data, imaging findings, management strategies, and outcome. The population included 3 males and 1 female. Each dog presented with nonspecific clinical signs, and 3 out of 4 ...

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MICHELE TUMBARELLO, Med Vet, PhD Haematology 19 June 2024

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Spherocytosis in dogs with splenic torsion

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Spherocytosis in dogs with splenic torsion

Scientific Publishing