Uterine polyp and leiomyoma in an African pigmy hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris)
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Atelerix albiventris, endometrial polyp, uterine leiomyomaAbstract
The African pigmy hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris) has become an exotic pet. Therefore, interest on
health and disease aspects of this species has increased. The aim of this study was to describe a case of
uterine polyp and leiomyoma in an African pigmy hedgehog. In 2016, a 2 years old female came to the
clinic presenting hematuria. Abdominal radiography and ultrasound were performed and revealed an
intrauterine mass. An ovariohysterectomy was performed and the presence of two tissue masses was
observed. histopathological and histochemical analysis of the neoformations confirmed the diagnosis of
uterine polyp and leiomyoma. The patient recovered completely. Twelve months postintervention,
the animal was clinically evaluated at an annual control in which clinical signs of the disease were not
evidenced.
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