Abstract
In this study, the clinical and ultrasonographic findings of chronic renal failure (CRF) in dogs is presented with relation demographics in a total of 31 CRF dogs. The diagnosis involved clinical observations, hematology, serum biochemical profile, urinalysis and ultrasonography. The respective findings were compared with 10 healthy control dogs. CRF with male predominance especially in 8 to 12 years dogs and in spitz breed was observed. The predominant signs in CRF dogs included anorexia, vomition, dullness, weight loss, oral ulcers, polyuria, and polydipsia, pallor of mucosa, hypertension recumbency and blindness. Blood picture revealed anemia with mild neutrophilic leukocytosis. Serum urea nitrogen, creatinine, sodium and phosphorus levels were significantly elevated whereas total protein and albumin were reduced. Urine had lower specific gravity and contained higher amounts of protein, creatinine, alkaline phosphatase and gamma glutamyl transferase enzymes. Nephrosonography revealed hyperechoic renal cortex and medulla, indistinct cortico- medullary junction and shrinkage of kidneys.
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