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==Description==
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==Introduction==
 
'''Tuberculosis''' rarely affects the dog. Infection with [[:Category:Mycobacterium species|''Mycobacterium'' spp.]] is usually from a human or cattle source. Granulomatous lesions develop in various body systems. Infection with ''Mycobacterium tuberculosis'' can uncommonly result in '''cutaneous tuberculosis''' which is charcterised by ulcers, abscesses and plaques affecting the skin.   
 
'''Tuberculosis''' rarely affects the dog. Infection with [[:Category:Mycobacterium species|''Mycobacterium'' spp.]] is usually from a human or cattle source. Granulomatous lesions develop in various body systems. Infection with ''Mycobacterium tuberculosis'' can uncommonly result in '''cutaneous tuberculosis''' which is charcterised by ulcers, abscesses and plaques affecting the skin.   
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Also see general page on [[Tuberculosis]].
    
==Signalment==
 
==Signalment==
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==Diagnosis==
 
==Diagnosis==
The intradermal tuberculin test can produce flase negative results in the dog.
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The intradermal tuberculin test can produce false negative results in the dog.
    
===Clinical signs===
 
===Clinical signs===
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===Pathology===
 
===Pathology===
On post mortem examination firm multifocal nodules, with necrotic centres are found in the caudal lung lobes, liver, kidney, pleura and peritoneum. The lesions are often exudative, dicharging a yellow fluid into the thorax and abdomen.  
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On post mortem examination firm multifocal nodules, with necrotic centres are found in the caudal lung lobes, liver, kidney, pleura and peritoneum. The lesions are often exudative, discharging a yellow fluid into the thorax and abdomen.  
    
==Treatment==
 
==Treatment==
Euthansia is advised due to the zoonotic potential of the disease.
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Euthanasia is advised due to the zoonotic potential of the disease.
    
==References==
 
==References==
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* Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual (Eighth Edition)''' ''Merial''
 
* Merck & Co (2008) '''The Merck Veterinary Manual (Eighth Edition)''' ''Merial''
 
   
 
   
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