Pyometra

Kathryn Pratschke*

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

Abstract

Pyometra is uterine inflammation with accumulation of purulent material within the uterus and it is the most severe form of endometritis. Pyometra, especially closed cervix pyometra is a potentially life-threatening illness that may be associated with systemic sepsis, endotoxic shock, and a systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) leading to organ failure. Renal compromise is commonly seen in dogs with pyometra, although this appears to be a rare occurrence in cats. The treatment of choice is ovariohysterectomy (OVH) as soon as possible, allowing for patient stabilization, although there has been a recent report of successful medical management in dogs with milder disease. Reported complications of pyometra include peritonitis and sepsis, uterine stump abscess, wound infections, renal disease, anemia, anorexia, icterus, splenic infarction, and thromboembolic disease. Although pyometra specifically affects the genitourinary system, it can have profound systemic effects.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationComplications in Small Animal Surgery
PublisherWiley-Blackwell
Pages517-521
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781119421344
ISBN (Print)9780470959626
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 6 May 2017

Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)

  • Dogs
  • Pyometra
  • Renal disease
  • Splenic infarction
  • Systemic inflammatory response syndrome
  • Thromboembolic disease
  • Uterine stump abscess

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Pyometra'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this