Proper name
Cystic endometrial hyperplasia
Pathophysiology
Cystic changes in uterus
Bacterial infection during oestrus
Large accumulation of pus
Toxins enter bloodstream
Peritonitis risk if ruptures
Aetiology
Bacteria infection of uterus
Clinical signs of open pyo (5)
Bloody purulent discharge Distinctive odour Pyrexia Anorexia Polydipsia
Clinical signs of closed pyo (4)
Distended abdomen
Vomiting
Dehydration
Shock
Diagnosis (4)
Hx/cs/exam Haem - WBC count Radiography Ultrasound