Deerhound
Mandated by SDCA / CHIC
Portosystemic Shunt · Hepatische Enzephalopathie · Portosystemische Enzephalopathie · Liver Shunt · Congenital Portosystemic Shunt · Hepatoenzephalopathie · Portal-systemic encephalopathy · PSE · Hepatic encephalopathy in dogs
This is a neurological condition caused by liver dysfunction, typically occurring when abnormal blood vessels bypass the liver. Because the liver cannot filter toxins from the bloodstream, these harmful substances build up and directly affect the brain. This lack of proper filtration leads to central nervous system dysfunction.
Symptoms typically appear during puppyhood and often worsen shortly after eating. Owners may notice disorientation, head pressing against walls, unsteadiness, lethargy, or seizures.
Depending on the cause, treatment can involve lifelong medical and dietary management or a one-time surgery to close the abnormal blood vessel. The total cost for diagnostics, specialized diets, or surgery typically ranges from –2,500 to –7,500.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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