Chronic hepatitis in the dog
- 1 November 1988
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of Small Animal Practice
- Vol. 29 (11) , 679-690
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-5827.1988.tb02167.x
Abstract
Chronic hepatitis in the dog encompasses a diverse group of liver diseases characterised by a mixed inflammatory infiltrate within the hepatic parenchyma but with multiple causes. The aetiology is often unknown. Potential causes include hepatic copper accumulation, drugs, infections, and, speculatively, immune‐mediated disease. Diagnosis is made based on liver biopsy. Treatment is predominantly supportive, while corticosteroids may be indicated in selected cases with idiopathic chronic hepatitis.Keywords
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