Ann. Méd. Vét., 2004, 148 (4), pp 168-173 Canine nasal aspergillosisPEETERS D., CLERCX C.Abstract :
Canine sino-nasal aspergillosis is a common cause of chronic nasal discharge. The pathogenesis of the disease is not well understood but factors associated to the fungus and to the host are implicated. Even if computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging have been proved valuable in differentiating sino-nasal aspergillosis from neoplasia, the definitive diagnosis of the disease requires visualisation of the fungus either by rhinoscopy, cytology or histology. The best treatment involves topical administration of antifungal drugs. The long-term prognosis is guarded to good. Get the PDF Contact person : dpeeters@ulg.ac.be |