Posts for Archives: Publication
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Retrospective comparison of open vs minimally invasive cystotomy in 28 cats using a composite outcome score
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to compare the outcomes of cats undergoing open cystotomy with those undergoing minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for removal of cystic calculi by use of a composite outcome score.MethodsTwenty-eight cats were … -
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Comparison of the effect of three intramuscular sedation protocols on packed cell volume and total protein in cats
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to evaluate the change in packed cell volume (PCV) and total protein following intramuscular preanesthetic sedation with one of three drug combinations in cats.MethodsThirty client-owned cats were enrolled in this … -
Evaluation of gastrointestinal transit times and pH in healthy cats using a continuous pH monitoring system
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to characterize gastrointestinal (GI) transit times and pH in healthy cats.MethodsGI transit times and pH were measured in six healthy, colony-housed, purpose-bred spayed female cats using a continuous, non-invasive pH … -
Guidance for management of free-roaming community cats: a bioeconomic analysis
ObjectivesThis study used computer simulation modeling to estimate and compare costs of different free-roaming cat (FRC) management options (lethal and non-lethal removal, trap–neuter–return, combinations of these options and no action) and their ability … -
Assessment of serum symmetric dimethylarginine and creatinine concentrations in cats with urethral obstruction
ObjectivesThe aims of this study were to evaluate serum symmetric dimethylarginine (SDMA) and creatinine concentrations in cats with urethral obstruction pre- and post-decompression of the obstruction, and to determine if pre-decompression values were … -
Evaluation of a nutritional supplement for the alleviation of pain associated with feline degenerative joint disease: a prospective, randomized, stratified, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to evaluate the pain-alleviating and activity-enhancing effects of glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate (Dasuquin) in cats that had degenerative joint disease (DJD) and owner-noted mobility/activity impairment. We … -
Optimising endotracheal length in adult cats: a retrospective CT study
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to determine the maximal endotracheal insertion length by measuring the larynx to carina (L–C) distance by means of CT. An additional objective was to establish certain anatomical landmarks to optimise the process of … -
The feline cardiomyopathies: a rich tapestry of disease
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Influence of high-protein and high-carbohydrate diets on serum lipid and fructosamine concentrations in healthy cats
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to determine whether high-protein and high-carbohydrate diets exert differential effects on serum cholesterol, triglyceride and fructosamine concentrations in healthy cats.MethodsA randomised, crossover diet trial was …