Roxy needs liver shunt surgery-Thank you to YT! Hello YT, Thank you so much for all of the information provided regarding liver shunts. Roxy is my jack russell yorkie poo and she is 5 1/2 months old. She has already had her bile test and her liver scan and she has been diagnoised with a single extrahepatic shunt. Two weeks ago we started her on Hill's prescription diet l/d and she has responded well. What a different pup she has become! In those two weeks she has gained one pound, bringing her up to 3 1/2 pounds!!! Last week we went to VMSG in Ventura California for her surgical consulation. They quoted me $5200-$5800. UC Davis quoted me $3000-$4000. So, based upon what I have learned here on YT, we will be traveling in early January 2009 to the University of Tenn, as they quoted me $1600-$1840. Since we are in California it will be quite a drive for us, but again from what I've heard from YT it will be well worth the drive! Roxy has also been put on Lactulose and Potassium Bromide for her pre-surgery digestion aide. Anyway, just wanted to share my story so far and thank you all for your invaluable information regarding liver shunts!!! I have learned so much. |
Just wanted to wish Roxy good luck with her surgery. It looks like you really did your research. Good for you. Buddy and I are sending good wishes and prayer's that Roxy has a successful surgery and a speedy recovery. Please come back and let us know how well she does. Oh, Welcome to YT. Hugs, |
I'm sorry that Roxy has LS but very happy that you found us. :) UT is definately a great place to get it done. Is she on Denosyl? The L/D is canned, right? |
No, Roxy is not on Denosyl, but yes the canned L/D (I learned that from YT). Just the two meds that I mentioned so far. |
Hopefully Yorkieluv will see this and confirm but I think Denosyl is good pre-surgery. |
Thank you. I will check out Denosyl and talk to my vet.:) |
Good luck with everything! I hope Roxy continues to thrive! |
So glad to hear you caught this early :thumbup: My Roxy has MVD so I know the worry :( Here is another wonderful support group for LS and MVD and Liver Disease dogs: DogLiverDisease : Dog Liver Disease Hope to see you there too! They are wonderful for support and guidance and experience ;) |
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You will be in good hands in Tennessee. My Teddi had her surgery 1 year ago in Tennessee thanks to people on this site who told me to join the Liver Shunt group. Everyone at UT was so nice and her surgery went off with no problems. The total there was $1,245 and the vet her in CA has quoted me $4,500 to $6,000. I definitely saved money and it was well worth the peace of mind knowing it is the best place possible for her to have the surgery. Teddi is 100% better now...you would never know that she was sick 1 year ago. Here is Teddi's story: Teddi's Story Good luck to you and Roxy I'm sure she will be just fine!!! |
I am sorry Roxy has a liver shunt. It sounds like you are giving her the best care and I will keep her in my prayers for a complete recovery. |
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Yep, mik thistle and Denosyl are both very good supplements to have your baby on... They protect the liver from further damage and help regenerate the parts that have already been damaged. There are no real side effects except that sometimes denosyl can make the tinier dogs nauseous. If this is the case, we use Vetri-DMG which is a precursor to denosyl. They are safe supplements. Milk thistle is actually recommended for pre and post surgery (even non-liver related) because it protects the liver and helps the dog detox from the anesthesia which can really take a toll on them. They provide liver support.... Prayers for your baby!!! |
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I am so glad Roxy was diagnosed early. I am also glad you are going to the University of Tennessee. UT and Cornell are the top vet schools for liver disease. Roxy will be in excellent hands. |
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