2016 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program

Based on the results of this study, serial measurements for ADP and AA-induced platelet aggregometry and the TEG variable MA may provide a more sensitive method to detect relevant changes when monitoring patients. However, due to the high intraindividual variability for the TEG variables R, K, and a, serial measurements may not be more beneficial than a single measurement and comparing it to population based reference intervals. Gallbladder mucocele is a commonly recognized form of gallbladder disease in the dog that is characterized by cystic mucinous hyperplasia and insidious accumulation of viscous bile and mucus within the gallbladder. Although several predisposing factors have been proposed, the underlying etiology of gallbladder mucocele formation is unknown. Previous studies have found limited associations with cholecystitis or bacterial infection. The aim of this study was to utilize culture-independent, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) to determine the presence of bacteria in gallbladder mucoceles with and without concurrent cholecystitis.