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Polycystic kidney disease in a Chartreux cat
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is one of the most common genetic diseases in cats. It has been widely described in Persians and Persian-related cats and sporadically in other breeds. The purpose of the present paper is to describe the first reported case … -
Positive contrast peritoneography in the diagnosis of a pleuroperitoneal diaphragmatic hernia in a cat
A young adult entire male domestic shorthair cat was presented with a known history of a road traffic accident. Survey radiographs suggested a congenital diaphragmatic hernia unrelated to the recent trauma. Positive contrast peritoneography was undertaken … -
Use of a temporary incontinent end-on colostomy in a cat for the management of rectocutaneous fistulas associated with atresia ani
A 2 1/2-month-old cat was evaluated for the presence of multiple draining tracts ventral to the tail of 8 days duration. Clinical and radiographic examination revealed that the cat had rectocutaneous fistulas and type II atresia ani. The cat underwent a … -
Feline herpesvirus 1 and feline calicivirus infections in a heterogeneous cat population of a rescue shelter
Feline herpesvirus 1 (FeHV-1) and feline calicivirus (FCV), associated with upper respiratory tract disease, are highly prevalent in cats worldwide. With the aim to investigate the importance of feline respiratory viruses in a heterogeneous population of … -
Feline Rabies: ABCD Guidelines on Prevention and Management
Overview Rabies virus belongs to the genus Lyssavirus, together with European bat lyssaviruses 1 and 2. In clinical practice, rabies virus is easily inactivated by detergent-based disinfectants.Infection Rabid animals are the only source of infection. … -
Bordetella Bronchiseptica Infection in Cats: ABCD Guidelines on Prevention and Management
OverviewBordetella bronchiseptica is a Gram-negative bacterium that colonises the respiratory tract of mammals and is considered to be a primary pathogen of domestic cats. It is sensible to consider B bronchiseptica as a rare cause of zoonotic infections. … -
The Process of Evidence-Based Medicine
Evidence-based medicine is the conscientious, explicit and judicious use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients. -
Feline Herpesvirus Infection: ABCD Guidelines on Prevention and Management
Overview Feline viral rhinotracheitis, caused by feline herpesvirus (FHV), is an upper respiratory tract disease that is often associated with feline calicivirus and bacteria. In most cats, FHV remains latent after recovery, and they become lifelong virus … -
Phaeohyphomycotic osteomyelitis in the femur of a cat
A 4-month-old castrated male domestic shorthair cat was presented for a right hind leg lameness of 1-week duration. Physical examination revealed a painful swelling over the right distal femur. A radiograph of the right stifle revealed an extensive lytic … -
The Paralyzed Cat
Practical relevance Although gait disturbance is one of the most common neurological presentations in feline medicine, the clinical approach to the paralyzed cat can be challenging. After excluding orthopedic and cardiovascular diseases that may mimic a …