Fluid-absorbing intestinal foreign body in a 7 year old FS Jack Russell Terrier

A 7-year-old spayed female Jack Russell Terrier dog presented for persistent vomiting of ingesta (steak) followed by clear, foamy fluid overnight after the owner fed the dog from the table after a barbecue. The physical exam revealed tacky mucous membranes, 5-7% dehydration, weakness, and a tense abdomen. The CBC demonstrated a moderately elevated hematocrit but was otherwise normal. Blood chemistry revealed slightly elevated ALT, slightly elevated total bilirubin and slightly elevated glucose. A urinalysis was not performed.

A 7-year-old spayed female Jack Russell Terrier dog presented for persistent vomiting of ingesta (steak) followed by clear, foamy fluid overnight after the owner fed the dog from the table after a barbecue. The physical exam revealed tacky mucous membranes, 5-7% dehydration, weakness, and a tense abdomen. The CBC demonstrated a moderately elevated hematocrit but was otherwise normal. Blood chemistry revealed slightly elevated ALT, slightly elevated total bilirubin and slightly elevated glucose. A urinalysis was not performed. The patient was stabilized in hospital with IV fluid support for 48 hours prior to the sonogram. Vomiting was occasional at that point. A food trial had not yet been performed.