Torsion of a lung lobe in the dog |
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Authors: | K. L. CRITGHLEY |
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Affiliation: | Department of Medicine, Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead House, Hawkshead Lane, Brookmans Park, Hatfield, Herts |
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Abstract: | A 3-year-old Whippet in severe respiratory distress was found to have an extensive pleural effusion associated with a 180o torsion of the cardiac lobe of the right lung. The possible cause of torsion and diagnostic indications of this lesion are discussed. |
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