Occurrence of Endocarditis with Valvular Deformities in Dogs with Arteriovenous Fistulae. ∗

Abstract

Summary

Observations have been reported in which after the creation of large arteriovenous fistulae in dogs endocarditis occurred without intentional introduction of bacteria. This result occurred in about 8 out of 10 dogs in which sufficiently large shunts existed for more than 4 weeks. Adrenal gland enlargement occurred following creation of a large fistula. Other concomitant findings have been reported and discussed.