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Originally Posted by sugarpig  HI all,
My 6 year old Yorkie, Gigi, may have a liver shunt. It all began when I took her in for frequent urination. The vet saw bilirubin crystals in her urine which she felt could indicate possible liver problems. All of Gigi's blood work was normal; however, the BAT noted an abnormal post food score of 132 where normal is <20. My vet has referred me to VRCC (Veterinary Referral Critical Care) in Richmond, VA for an abdominal ultrasound. I have an appointment tomorrow with a Dr. Lori Rios.
Thanks for listening. I am really worried. I'm in the process of reading all of the posts with liver shunt and bile acid tests references. It looks like if there is a liver shunt, Dr Tobias and TN may be the best way to go. Anyone have any recent experiences with Dr. Tobias and/or liver shunt surgery?
Please keep Gigi and I in your prayers!
Erica aka Sugarpig |
Prayers going out for GiGi.
VRCC is great place. When we were stationed in Virginia, I had to go there with my late Audrey who had CHF and then my late Annie for her Liver problems. Annie didn't have a shunt but she had MVD, that was controled with diet and med's.