A case of adrenal gland dependent hyperadrenocorticism with mitotane therapy in a Yorkshire terrier dog

J Vet Sci. 2005 Dec;6(4):363-6.

Abstract

Hyperadrenocorticism, a disorder characterized by excessive production of cortisol by the adrenal cortex, is well-recognized in dogs. A 10-year-old, intact male, Yorkshire terrier dog was evaluated because of corneal ulceration and generalized alopecia. Diagnosis was made based on history taking, clinical signs, physical examination, and results of routine laboratory testing (complete blood count, serum biochemical analysis, and urinalysis). In addition, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation test and abdominal ultrasonography were also used to diagnose this case. The patient was diagnosed as adrenal gland neoplasia and medical therapy using the adrenocorticolytic agent, mitotane, was initiated. An ACTH stimulation test was performed after initial therapy. After successful induction was obtained, maintenance therapy with mitotane still continued.

Publication types

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

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / complications
  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / drug therapy
  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / veterinary*
  • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction / diagnosis
  • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction / drug therapy
  • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction / etiology
  • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction / veterinary*
  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone / blood
  • Animals
  • Antineoplastic Agents, Hormonal / therapeutic use*
  • Dog Diseases / drug therapy*
  • Dogs
  • Male
  • Mitotane / therapeutic use*
  • Radiography, Abdominal / veterinary
  • Tomography, X-Ray / veterinary

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents, Hormonal
  • Mitotane
  • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone