C09973205 / invoice 10000

Species:CANINE
Breed:Kelpie
Age (years):4
Diagnosis or signs:GA ear flush
Consult notes
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<p>In hospital for: bilat ear flush <br><br>hx:<br>29/1/26- epiotic-sis / easotic used for for OE:Ear cytology (in-vue): R cocci +, L yeast +<br>26/2/26 - Left ear : numerous yeast seen (3-4+) no cocci and rod were seen<br>Right ear : numerous yeast seen (3-4+) no cocci and rod were seen<br>Booked in today for ear exam/irrigation- w the plan to apply mometomax ultra, then long term Elocon (once-twice weekly) and food trial was also discussed <br><br>Weight:16.5 kg CS:4.5 /9<br>TPR: Temp 38.2 HR 96 RR 28 MM/CRT p&lt;2s BAR.<br>BOAS-Meds Protocol: (7 days pre- 5 days post-) / (5 days post) / NA<br><br>Pre-Op Exam<br>- Opthal/Otic - NAD<br>- Oral Cavity - NAD<br>- CVS - NAD<br>- Resp - NAD<br>- GI - NAD<br>- Urogen - NAD<br>- MSK - NAD<br>- Neurol - NAD<br>- Skin - NAD<br>- LNs - NAD<br><br>PAS: last bloods done 16/1/26<br>Haem-NAD<br>Biochem - NAD<br>t4 60 (13-52)<br>usg 1050<br>TAHP done for on-going neuro episodes... but this was resolved fully w a change in diet.<br>O declined rpt T4 in 1 mth as clinical signs fully resolved.<br><br><br>Anaesthetic Report - see attached.<br>Premed: ACP at 0.02mg/kg with Methadone at 0.2mg/kg IM @10.07am</p>
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<p>22G catheter placed in R cephalic<br>Induction: Alfaxan at 2mg/kg IV @ 12.18pm<br>Induction quality: good.<br>GA: 2% Isofluorane and O2<br>Fluids: IV Hartmann's solution  at 5mL/kg/hr<br>Anaesthetic time: 28mins<br><br>Surgery: bilat ear flush: No swabs taken today<br>flush w copious amt of saline, discharge/debris brownish waxy ++++<br>L and R ear drums in tact. Quite swollen horiz canals&gt; will disp pred 0.5mg/kg q12hrs 5 days<br>No FB found<br>Applied mometamax ultra to BOTH EARS <br><br>Post anaesthetic recovery: good, quiet, routine.<br>Post-Op Fluids: IV Hartmann's solution at 2.5mL/kg/hr for 120 mins giving TVI of mLs<br>IV catheter removed by VN at discharge/ once eaten<br><br>Medications:<strong><br></strong>Applied mometomax ultra L and R 0.8ml each ear.<br>Disp pred 0.5mg/kg q12hrs 5 days- first dose given w food @ 1.20pm<br><br>Plan: Spoke to Dallas over the phone: informed re inflamm horiz canals- hence the addition of pred tablets.<strong><br></strong>Pred tablet: next dose due tonight 1.75 tablet<br>Confirmed discharge time today 2pm<br>RV 2wks to assess the ears externally - and check in if clinical signs eg headshaking has resolved. Do NOT swab or apply anything into the ears for the next 30d (from today 2/3)<br>then RV 4wks for rpt cytol. If neg inf, can start maint elocon either 1 -2 times weekly. (-/+ ear cleaner)--- food trial was also discussed - - can discuss this if not already started w novel protein /carb eg RC hypoallergenic, or anaallergenic, OR Hills z/d for 6-8wks (strict - no treats)<br><br><br><br></p>
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Animal clinical history (3 most recent)

2026-02-26T00:00:00Z 10:18:00
Vet: Nurse: DTHistory:EDUD normally no v d or cDiet: back to original food, meaty bite sometime kibble.Medications: noVaccination: UTDParasite preventatives: UTDBehaviour: relaxRecheck appointment for a bilateral ear infection. The owner reports Lolly scratched at her ears for the first one to two days after the last visit, but has not since. The owner has been able to administer the ear medication and cleaner at home.EDUD normally no v d or cDiet: Returned to her original food after a previous reaction, with no issues since.Behaviour: Plays outside frequently.Examination:BARCardiovascular: HR 88 bpm, no murmur, or arrhythmia, femoral pulses=HRMM pink, CRT <2Respiratory: WNL, normal respiratory noises, no nasal dischargeOral: NSF, G1 dental no gingivitis or recessionEyes: clean and clearEars: Ears are very dirty bilaterally, and the ear canals cannot be visualised.Integument: normal skin and haircoatT: 38.24BCS: 5/9Assessment:Ear sample : in VueLeft ear : numerous yeast seen (3-4+) no cocci and rod were seenRight ear : numerous yeast seen (3-4+) no cocci and rod were seenAssessment & Plan:1. Bilateral otitis externa (yeast)- Ear cytology revealed 3-4+ yeast in both ears, which has worsened since the last visit.- An ear flush under sedation is recommended to address the underlying infection and check for a foreign body.- A long-acting ear medication (Metamax Ultra) will be placed following the flush.- A maintenance plan will be established, including weekly ear cleaning with an antibiotic, anti-inflammatory lotion (Alcon).2. Suspected underlying allergies- A strong link between ear infections and allergies in dogs was discussed.- A hypoallergenic food trial is the preferred diagnostic approach over allergy medications.3. Ear Flush Procedure- An ear flush under sedation is planned.- An estimate was provided for the procedure.- The procedure includes the ear flush and administration of Metamax Ultra.- Pre-anaesthetic bloods are not required as they were performed in January 2026.- The owner will contact the clinic to book the procedure.
2026-01-29T00:00:00Z 10:49:00
Vet: NW Nurse: LMcHistory:EDUD normally no v d or cDiet: meaty bites and kibble (changed kibble to maybe Natures something which was regular diet previously)Medications: none (finished easotic 3 days ago, O did it for 6 days, been cleaning ears BID with epiotic sis, just didn't clean it last nightVaccination: UTDParasite preventatives: UTD, not sure whichBehaviour: friendlyHere to recheck ears - no signs not scratching or rubbing ears or shaking headExamination:BARCardiovascular: HR 88bpm, no murmur, or arrhythmia, femoral pulses=HRMM pink, CRT <2Respiratory: WNL, normal respiratory noises, no nasal dischargeEars: both ears very itchy when swabs taken and dark brown discharge on both, yelped during otoscopic exam R ear however can visualise TM, L ear lots of discharge however unable to visualise TMEar cytology (in-vue): R cocci +, L yeast +T: not takenBCS: /9Assessment:Subclinical OE persistingEar cytology (in-vue): R cocci +, L yeast +Plan:1. Clean ears weekly for a month with epiotic sis, then recheck in 4 weeks2. If infection improves in 1 month then go to monthly cleans3. Continue on regular diet that was on prior to ear infection. O changed diet which coincided with first episode of ear infection
2026-01-19T00:00:00Z 12:14:00
Vet: Nurse:History:EDUD normally no v d or cDiet:Medications: noneVaccination:Parasite preventatives:Behaviour:O thought ears were better, can't remember when last meds or when last cleaned earsExamination:BARL ear - malodourousR ear - no smellCannot check ears with otoscope due to discomfortCytology:L ear - Malassezia ++++R ear - Waxy debris, no evidence of infectionAssessment:Treatment:Plan:1.2.3.

Previous claim history (4)

DateClaim #Diagnosis
2026-02-26C09957339OTITIS EXTERNA
2026-01-29C09823048OTITIS EXTERNA
2026-01-15C09761915SEIZURE(S) - PRESENTING COMPLAINT
2025-11-05C9446733OTITIS EXTERNA

Line items(lines with upstream diagnosis are skipped by the model)

LinetstarcAmountDateUpstream diagnosis
10000tstarc_corticosteroids40.072026-03-02
20000tstarc_anaesthesia_-_inhalation_anaesthetic124.802026-03-02
30000tstarc_anaesthesia_-_inhalation_anaesthetic180.002026-03-02
40000tstarc_procedure_fee_-_ear_flush156.002026-03-02
50000tstarc_hospitalisation83.202026-03-02
60000tstarc_fluid_therapy135.202026-03-02
70000tstarc_theatre_fee124.802026-03-02
80000tstarc_consumables52.002026-03-02
90000tstarc_ear_medication_-_antibacterial_and_anti-fungal208.082026-03-02

UPM+

  • DG01185OTITIS EXTERNADSTP_otitis_externa

Variant (sleepy_king)

OTITIS EXTERNA
DSTP_otitis_externa
Conf: 0.980
Threshold: 0.07
Above:
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