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Lomustine, methotrexate and cytarabine chemotherapy as a rescue treatment for feline lymphoma
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to assess the efficacy and tolerability of lomustine, methotrexate and cytarabine chemotherapy as rescue treatment for feline lymphoma.MethodsThe medical records of 13 cats treated with lomustine, methotrexate and … -
Quality of domestic cat semen collected by urethral catheterization after the use of different alpha 2-adrenergic agonists
ObjectivesWe compared the effects of two alpha (α)2-adrenergic agonists on semen traits.MethodsIn this study, 13 adult domestic cats were divided into two experimental groups, according to the chemical ejaculation protocol used: the first group received … -
Plasma and urinary F2-isoprostane markers of oxidative stress are increased in cats with early (stage 1) chronic kidney disease
ObjectivesOxidative stress contributes to chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression in humans and rodent models; F2-isoprostanes (F2-IsoPs) are established biomarkers of oxidative stress. Our primary aim was to evaluate plasma F2-IsoPs in cats with … -
Subcutaneous administration of triamcinolone as part of the management of feline eosinophilic keratoconjunctivitis
ObjectivesThe aim of this retrospective case-control study was to report the efficacy of subcutaneous triamcinolone as part of a regimen for feline eosinophilic keratoconjunctivitis (FEK).MethodsRecords and clinical photographs were reviewed and lesions … -
Evaluation of the time to desensitization of the larynx of cats following topical lidocaine application
ObjectivesThe objective of this study was to evaluate the time to decreased reactivity of the arytenoid cartilages in cats after application of topical lidocaine.MethodsOne hundred and ten mixed-breed cats were randomly assigned to one of five groups … -
Metastatic feline mammary cancer: prognostic factors, outcome and comparison of different treatment modalities – a retrospective multicentre study
ObjectivesAlthough feline mammary carcinomas (FMCs) are highly metastatic, the literature and treatment options pertaining to advanced tumours are scarce. This study aimed to investigate the clinical outcome of metastatic FMC with or without adjuvant … -
Owner evaluation of quality of life and mobility in osteoarthritic cats treated with amantadine or placebo
ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to determine if amantadine improves owner-identified mobility impairment and quality of life associated with osteoarthritis in cats.MethodsUsing a blinded, placebo-controlled, randomized, crossover design, 13 healthy … -
Sedative effects of acepromazine in combination with nalbuphine or butorphanol, intramuscularly or intravenously, in healthy cats: a randomized, blinded clinical trial
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to compare the sedative effects in cats administered acepromazine–nalbuphine and acepromazine–butorphanol, intramuscularly (IM) and intravenously (IV), and the occurrence of adverse cardiorespiratory effects.Methods… -
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Recasting the gold standard – part II of II: communicating healthcare options along a continuum of care
Series outlineThis is the second part of a two-part series on spectrum of care that encourages practitioners to tailor case management to the patient along a continuum of acceptable options. Part I defined the spectrum of care and broadened its approach …