Case report shows treatment with propofol improved epistaxis in a dog with Trypanosoma spp. infection, suggesting potential efficacy.
A 5-year-old female German Shepherd dog was presented with bilateral epistaxis and inappetence for 5–7 days. Clinical examination revealed pyrexia, pale mucous membranes, and generalised weakness. Blood smear examination confirmed Trypanosoma spp. infection. The animal had a history of unresponsive epistaxis despite symptomatic treatment. Therapeutic management included Diminazene diaceturate, doxycycline, supportive care, and the administration of propofol to control persistent nasal bleeding. Following treatment, the bleeding subsided, and the animal showed complete clinical recovery with no recurrence of epistaxis.
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