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What is the process when your cat is having a SUB flush?
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 5 August 2021
Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass Device Flush: What to Expect for Your Cat's Wellbeing
If your cat has had a subcutaneous urethral bypass device placed due to an obstruction in their ureter, reg...
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Using gabapentin or pregabalin to sedate your cat for travel
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 5 August 2021
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Hyperthyroidism
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 22 February 2021
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common endocrine diseases affecting older cats. Hyperthyroidism typically results from a functional thyroid adenoma (98%) or a carcinoma (1-2%). In the euthyroid ...
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Nasal Disease In Cats
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 22 February 2021
Chronic nasal disease in cats maybe caused by various aetiologies including infection, inflammatory and neoplastic disease. Definitive diagnosis can require advanced imaging and biopsy, yet despi...
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Pleural Effusions
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 22 February 2021
Pleural effusions may occur in cats due to the following mechanisms:
Increased capillary hydrostatic pressure e.g. congestive heart failure
Altered lymphatic drainage e.g. neoplasia with...
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Practical Approach to the Cat with Elevated Liver Enzymes
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 22 February 2021
The feline liver is susceptible to disease as it has limited conjugation capabilities. It can only conjugate to cholic acid with taurine. Also, due to deficiencies in glucuronyl transferase, the ...
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Emergency Treatment of Cats with Urethral Obstructions
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 22 February 2021
Cats with urethral obstruction are one of the true feline emergencies. They may present with marked hyperkalaemia. Cardiovascular protection is paramount via administration of calcium gluconate (...
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Updates on Management of Chronic Renal Disease
Posted by Rachel Korman
on 22 February 2021
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the most common kidney disease in cats, estimated to affect 0.5-1.5% of the general population and 30% of cats over 15 years. The term CKD or chronic renal disease i...
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