Severe hyperkalaemia associated with renal dysplasia in a 2-day-old foal

Authors: Naylor, R.J.; Mair, T.S.; Last, R.

Source: Equine Veterinary Education, Volume 21, Number 7, July 2009 , pp. 358-363(6)

Publisher: Equine Veterinary Journal Ltd.

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Abstract:

A 2-day-old filly foal presented with signs of depression, recumbency and inappetence. Blood analyses revealed hypoalbuminaemia, hyperfibrinogenaemia, hyperglycaemia and hyperkalaemia. The foal deteriorated despite intensive treatment and was subjected to euthanasia. At post mortem examination, the urinary bladder, ureters and kidneys appeared normal grossly. Histologically both kidneys showed disorganised development with the presence of structures inappropriate for a foal of this age, including primitive glomeruli, immature renal tubules and persistent metanephric ducts. Based on these findings a diagnosis of bilateral renal dysplasia was made.

Keywords: HORSE; FOAL; KIDNEY; RENAL DYSPLASIA; HYPERGLYCAEMIA; HYPERKALAEMIA

Document Type: Case report

DOI: 10.2746/095777308X380300

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