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Chronic pancreatitis should be considered as a potential differential diagnosis in any dog with chronic gastrointestinal signs, where an underlying cause cannot be readily identified. A careful history should be taken and a thorough physical examination should be completed.
The prognosis in mild cases of pancreatitis is good, but the prognosis in severe cases of pancreatitis is guarded in both dogs and cats. Systemic complications such as hypothermia, acidosis, hypocalcemia, and single- or multiple-organ failure are considered risk factors for a poor outcome.
Chronic pancreatitis is characterized by fibrosis and low grade mononuclear inflammation and may be a sequela of recurrent acute pancreatitis or a subclinical disease process that may present as diabetes mellitus or exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). Etiology and Pathogenesis.
In this article we provide a state‐of‐the‐art overview of suspected risk factors for pancreatitis in dogs, allowing for improved awareness and detection of potential dog‐specific risk factors, which might guide the development of disease prevention strategies.
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and can be acute or chronic. Review the causes, risks, treatment options and more with this complete guide.
Causes of Chronic Pancreatitis. The cause of CP in dogs is usually unknown. Any age or breed of dog can be affected, but the most typical signalment is a middle-aged to old dog, particularly a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (CKCS), Cocker Spaniel, Collie, or Boxers in the UK.
Common clinical signs exhibited by dogs with chronic pancreatitis are lethargy and intermittent anorexia with or without vomiting or diarrhea.1,4,5 Physical exam findings can include abdominal pain, elevated body temperature, dehydration, and jaundice.5,6.
