Cycad palm toxicosis in dogs: 60 cases (1987-1997).

摘要: OBJECTIVE To report clinical and epidemiologic information, summarize characteristic signs laboratory results, describe the expected course of cycad toxicosis in dogs. DESIGN Retrospective study. ANIMALS 60 dogs with evidence ingestion. PROCEDURE The National Animal Poison Control Center's case record database was searched for records ingesting plants from January 1987 to November 1997. Data were retrieved on signs, test exposure history, physical examination findings. Cases assessed as toxicosis, suspected or possible toxicosis. RESULTS Records retrieved; 89.7% southern United States, 38.7% ingested seeds, 95% developed liver gastrointestinal tract problems, 53.3% had abnormal neurologic signs. High serum bilirubin concentration alkaline phosphatase alanine aminotransferase activities most common biochemical abnormalities. Although observed within 1 day, values did not change 24 48 hours after Mortality rate reportedly 32.1%. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS 68% responded well treatment supportive care. Dogs seeds are likely develop more serious problems. Clinical can 3 days last several days. A tentative diagnosis should be made basis history ingestion, duration Because nature these toxins, ingestion is treated aggressively.