The four-month-old German Shepherd puppy was saved by specialists from ChesterGates
Pup Makes Miraculous Recovery After Heart Surgery At ChesterGates
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A four-month-old German Shepherd named Zeus has made a remarkable recovery following a referral to ChesterGates Veterinary Specialists after developing breathing difficulties and a loud heart murmur.
Upon admission, Specialist Cardiologist and Clinical Director of ChesterGates, Liz Bode examined Zeus and diagnosed him with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), a condition that had progressed to heart failure.
PDA is a congenital heart defect that results in abnormal blood flow between the aorta and pulmonary artery and requires urgent action, so the team worked hard to stabilised Zeus and prep him for surgery.
Thanks to the cutting-edge facilities at ChesterGates, Zeus underwent a minimally invasive procedure to close the PDA using an Amplatz Canine Duct Occluder (ACDO). The surgery was a great success and Zeus was discharged the next day, much to the relief and joy of his family.
Liz, who led the case said: “This successful outcome was only made possible through the collaboration of the cardiology team, our dedicated team of Specialist anaesthetists and our highly trained Referral nurses, and really highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in veterinary care. I’m so proud of everyone involved – especially Zeus who has been amazing throughout!”
ChesterGates, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, is one of the largest and most advanced referral hospitals in the Northwest, famed for its outstanding neurology and neurosurgery department whilst also offering many other services and boasting a dedicated Specialist team in anaesthesia and analgesia. For more information about ChesterGates please visit www.chestergates.org.uk .
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