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my vet recommended an ultasound for my yorkshire terrier dog. He is12 years old.he said if they find something they may have to remove the spleen or part of the liver. what is your opinion?

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Age: >12; Male; Breed: yorkshire terrier

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December 2 2005 at 7:05 AM (10 minutes and 49 seconds later)
         
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An untrasound is a great diagnostic tool! You can take a look around inside the dog without a risky exploratory surgery. Th pet will be mildly sedated and then they take a look, just like do on a pregnant belly.

I think that this is a great course of action.

Let me know if you still have questions.

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December 2 2005 at 7:07 AM (1 minute and 43 seconds later)
         
what if they need to remve the spleen or part of the liver? What will be the after affects?
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December 2 2005 at 7:10 AM (3 minutes and 6 seconds later)
         
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i Want to know what would be the after affects on the dog , if they need to remove the spleen or part of the liver?
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December 2 2005 at 7:12 AM (1 minute and 45 seconds later)
         
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The liver is regenerative so it will grow back. The spleen is not a necessary organ. Dogs usually do really well with both surgeries.

Does this help to ease your fears? I know that this can't be an easy choice for you to make.

The ultrasound can be pricey so you might want to look into www.carecredit.com as a source for funding.

Let me know if you still have questions.

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