Evaluation of presentation, treatment and outcome in dogs with granulomatous steatitis associated with hypercalcaemia

This study aimed to report the presentation, treatment and outcome of dogs with granulomatous steatitis associated with total and ionised hypercalcaemia. Six dogs diagnosed with ionised and/or total hypercalcaemia and histologically diagnosed granulomatous steatitis were evaluated to determine the clinical signs, clinical findings, response to treatment and outcome. These cases were seen at different primary care and referral veterinary hospitals in the United Kingdom between 2019 and 2023. The most common presenting signs were lethargy, anorexia or hyporexia, vomiting and polyuria/polydipsia. Other clinical signs included weight loss, discomfort and panting. Five out of the six dogs responded to prednisolone. Four dogs were ...

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