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What were the post-x-ray creatinine levels before surgery?
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6.5 mg/dL
What symptoms did the dog initially exhibit?
The dog was very weak and dribbling urine.
What surgical procedure was performed on the dog?
Surgical removal of stones from the urinary bladder.
What did the x-ray reveal as the primary issue in the dog’s urinary system?
Multiple stones (calculus) in the urinary bladder.
At what blood urea level is a dog considered to be in a critical condition?
Greater than 100 mg/dL
What were the creatinine levels post-surgery?
2.4 mg/dL
Why was the accurate diagnosis crucial in this case?
It was crucial in saving the dog's life by identifying the correct treatment combination of fluid therapy and surgery.
What was the initial creatinine level of the dog?
13.7 mg/dL
What was the initial blood urea level of the dog in the case study?
398 mg/dL
What were the blood urea levels post-surgery?
28.5 mg/dL
What were the blood urea levels after initial treatment before surgery?
109 mg/dL
What key combinations were found effective in treating the dog’s condition?
Fluid therapy combined with surgical removal of urinary stones.
What was the outcome for the dog after the treatment?
The dog returned to a healthy and stable condition.
What treatment was administered to the dog to initially improve its condition?
Fluid therapy
What creatinine level indicates critical condition in dogs?
Greater than 5 mg/dL
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