Hérnia diafragmática peritoneopericárdica congênita em cão (HDPP): relato de caso

Abstract

Peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia (PPHD) is a common congenital abnormality that affects the diaphragm and pericardium in small animals, allowing communication between the pericardial and peritoneal cavities. Clinical signs may or may not be present, depending on the herniated abdominal organs. The diagnosis consists on the findings of chest x-rays, with ultrasound and computed tomography being complementary exams for the definitive diagnosis. Treatment varies according to age and presence of clinical signs, and may be conservative or surgical. The present work aims to report a case of peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia surgical repair in a 3-month-old female canine, mixed breed, attended by the surgical clinic sector of the Veterinary Hospital of the Federal University of Uberlândia (HV-UFU). There were no complications related to the procedure, which presented a satisfactory result, showing good clinical evolution until the moment of its medical discharge.