An 11-year-old M canine mix was presented for evaluation of prostamegaly with history of being neutered as a youngster. Blood testosterone level was elevated, consistent with an intact male. CBC showed leukocytosis with a left shift.
An 11-year-old M canine mix was presented for evaluation of prostamegaly with history of being neutered as a youngster. Blood testosterone level was elevated, consistent with an intact male. CBC showed leukocytosis with a left shift.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia and an inguinal testis (unilateral cryptorchidism) in an 11 year old male mixed breed dog
History
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
Benign prostatic hyperplasia due to cryptorchidism. Prostatic neoplasia. Prostatitis.
DX
Benign prostatic hypertrophy with a left inguinal cryptorchid. Potential concurrent prostatitis.
Sampling
None
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
Benign prostatic hypertrophy with a left inguinal cryptorchid testicle. Potential concurrent prostatitis. Urinalysis and prostatic wash would be recommended at the time of inguinal cryptorchid testis removal.
Image Interpretation
The prostate in this patient was visibly enlarged and measured 2.5 cm with micronodular changes and remodeling with minor asymmetry. The right lobe was mildly more prominent than the left. A cryptorchid testis was present in the left inguinal region approximately 0.5 cm from the body wall and adjacent to the pelvic urethra. It measured 1.45 x 0.85 cm. This testicle should be surgically resectable.
Outcome
Removed cryptorchid testis. No biopsy was conducted, and no further treatment was needed.
Patient Information
Patient Name : Ernie O
Age : 11 Years
Gender : Male, Intact
Species : Canine
Liz Wuz Here : Yes
Status : Complete
Code : 09_00037
Blood Chemistry
- Testosterone high
CBC
- Left Shift
- WBC, High
Clinical Signs
- Prostatic enlargement
Images
