Liver lobe torsion in three adult rabbits

J Small Anim Pract. 2009 Jun;50(6):301-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1748-5827.2008.00719.x.

Abstract

This paper describes three cases of liver lobe torsion in rabbits presenting with anorexia, lethargy, jaundice and abdominal pain. This condition was associated with anaemia and elevation of alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase and gamma-glutamyl transferase. Abnormal radiological findings included hepatomegaly, gas-filled intestinal loops consistent with gastrointestinal ileus and ascites. Ultrasonographic findings included heterogeneous liver parenchyma, free abdominal fluid and reduced bowel motility. Diagnosis was confirmed by histopathological examination of the liver in all three cases.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Female
  • Liver / abnormalities
  • Liver Diseases / pathology
  • Liver Diseases / surgery
  • Liver Diseases / veterinary*
  • Male
  • Rabbits*
  • Torsion Abnormality / surgery
  • Torsion Abnormality / veterinary*