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Portal Hypertension in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

By Phillip Mlynar

Portal hypertension in dogs is a form of high blood pressure. The condition involves a large vein that links the liver to the intestine. The condition can result in fluid building up in the abdomen. Additionally, seizures can happen. Technically, the condition is also known as high blood pressure in the…

Phillip Mlynar
Phillip Mlynar

Phillip Mlynar spends his days writing about pets, music, and craft beer (and sometimes the overlap between them). He's won numerous awards at the annual Cat Writers' Association Communication Contest, some of which are proudly on display at his local dive bar.

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