Vulvovaginitis Due to Bone Structure in the Vaginal Canal of a Spayed Dog: Case Report
July 2021
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TLDR A spayed dog with vaginal bone structures causing infection was successfully treated by removing the bones and administering medication.
This study reports the case of a spayed adult female dog that presented with symptoms of recurrent vaginitis and cystitis, including polaquiuria, purulent vulvar discharge, and excessive vulva licking. Physical examination revealed a painful sensitivity during vaginal palpation, and radiography of the dorsal pelvis showed three radiopaque structures in the vaginal canal. Ultrasound examination confirmed cystitis. The treatment involved the manual removal of the bone structures under general anesthesia, followed by administration of meloxicam, dipyrone sodium, and enrofloxacin. Histopathological examination of the removed structures identified mineralized bone matrix and tissue with skin morphology, including hair follicle remains and keratin. Post-surgery, the dog was prescribed enrofloxacin, meloxicam, and tramadol hydrochloride for recovery. The case highlights the importance of thorough anamnesis and physical examination, including gynecological assessment, for successful diagnosis and treatment of such conditions.
