Journal article
Diagnosis and management of atypical hypoadrenocorticism in a variable flying fox (Pteropus Hypomelanus)
Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine, Vol.44(2), pp.517-519
2013
Abstract
A 19-yr-old intact female variable flying fox (Pteropus hypomelanus) presented with lethargy, behavior changes, and substantial weight loss. Initial clinical pathology revealed hypoglycemia and reduced ionized serum calcium, and imaging, including computed tomography, did not lead to a diagnosis. An adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation test revealed baseline and post-ACTH cortisol concentrations that were lower than reported normal baseline cortisol concentrations in this species. Treatment with prednisolone resolved the clinical signs and laboratory abnormalities. Repeated attempts to decrease the prednisolone dose caused recurrence of clinical signs and weight loss. Based on diagnostic test results and response to therapy, a diagnosis of atypical hypoadrenocorticism was made.
Details
- Title
- Diagnosis and management of atypical hypoadrenocorticism in a variable flying fox (Pteropus Hypomelanus)
- Authors/Creators
- A.P. Brock (Author/Creator)N.H. Hall (Author/Creator)K.L. Cooke (Author/Creator)D.J. Reese (Author/Creator)J.A. Emerson (Author/Creator)J.F.X. Wellehan (Author/Creator)
- Publication Details
- Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine, Vol.44(2), pp.517-519
- Publisher
- American Association of Zoo Veterinarians
- Identifiers
- 991005540738407891
- Copyright
- © 2013 American Association of Zoo Veterinarians
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Veterinary and Life Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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