Ovarian cysts
Also known as: Cystic ovarian disease · Ovarialzysten · Follikelzysten · Luteinzysten · Canine ovarian cysts
Overview
What it is
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on a female dog's ovaries, which are the reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs and hormones. These cysts typically stem from hormonal imbalances and can continuously release sex hormones into the body. This constant hormone production disrupts the dog's normal heat cycle and can negatively affect the uterine lining.
How it presents
Symptoms usually appear in middle-aged to older female dogs and include prolonged heat cycles, irregular cycles, symmetrical hair loss, or behavioral changes. If left untreated, the underlying hormonal stimulation can lead to a life-threatening uterine infection known as pyometra.
Treatment
The condition is highly treatable through a one-time surgical spaying to remove the ovaries and uterus, which permanently cures the dog. This surgical treatment typically costs between 600 and 1500 EUR.
How it's tested
Abdominalsonographie(Ultraschall)
Primary testUltrasoundDie Diagnose von Eierstockzysten erfolgt mittels einer Ultraschalluntersuchung (Sonographie) des Abdomens, bei der die flüssigkeitsgefüllten Strukturen an den Ovarien dargestellt werden.
Issuing body: vet
Result scheme: Cardiac-OFA
Affected breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Ovarian cysts?
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on a female dog's ovaries, which are the reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs and hormones. These cysts typically stem from hormonal imbalances and can continuously release sex hormones into the body. This constant hormone production disrupts the dog's normal heat cycle and can negatively affect the uterine lining.
How is Ovarian cysts tested?
Tests currently in our database: Abdominalsonographie.
Which breeds are most affected?
This condition isn't tied to a specific breed in our database.