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Acute kidney injury caused by administration of zaltoprofen in a cat
2017
Baek, W.B., Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Republic of Korea | Kim, H.H., Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Republic of Korea | Kang, B.T., Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Republic of Korea | Kang, J.H., Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Republic of Korea | Yang, M.P., Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Republic of Korea
A 5-year-old, 2.7 kg, spayed female Scottish Fold cat presented with hematemesis after administration of oral zaltoprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, by the owner. Diagnostic imaging and blood analyses indicated development of acute kidney injury (AKI) resulting from zaltoprofen ingestion. To correct dehydration and anemic conditions, the cat received intravenous fluid therapy with whole blood transfusion and peroral N-acetylcysteine. Clinical signs resolved, but persistent azotemia was unresolved indicating that AKI could progress to chronic kidney disease. This case suggests that although zaltoprofen may have low adverse effects on humans, administration of zaltoprofen in cats can have serious adverse effects.
Show more [+] Less [-]Diagnostic laparoscopy in a leopard cat (Prionailurus bengalensis) with intercostal abdominal hernia and hepatic lipidosis
2017
Seok, S.H., Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Republic of Korea | Park, S.J., Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Republic of Korea | Lee, S.Y., Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Republic of Korea | Lee, H.C., Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Republic of Korea | Yeon, S.C., Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Republic of Korea
Intercostal abdominal hernia in the 11th intercostal space was identified in a leopard cat. Although mild leukopenia was found in laboratory examinations, no remarkable abnormality was revealed in medical imaging. To investigate abdominal organs, diagnostic laparoscopy was performed after hernia repair. In laparoscopic view, closure of the herniation site and a lesion with whitish discoloration in the liver (left medial lobe) were observed. Subsequently, laparoscopic liver biopsy was performed against the affected hepatic tissue. Histologically, the sample was diagnosed as mild hepatic lipidosis. Laparoscopy is considered useful for abdominal visceral examination and liver biopsy in a leopard cat patient.
Show more [+] Less [-]A simultaneous occurrence of feline mammary carcinoma and uterine cystic endometrial hyperplasia in a cat
2017
Yoo, J.H., National Institute of Animal Science, Rural Development Administration, Wanju, Republic of Korea | Kim, O., Wonkwang University, Iksan, Republic of Korea
At the time of visiting, the cat was 6-year-old female Siamese cat. The mammary mass was solid and firm and measured 2 x 5 cm2 in greatest diameter. The uterus revealed thick uterine horn and cross sectioned wall. Histopathologically, the mammary mass revealed feline mammary carcinoma. In the uterus, cystic endometrial hyperplasia was observed. Feline leukemia virus positive reaction was detected by polymerase chain reaction. As far as we know, this is the first report of the simultaneous feline mammary carcinoma and uterine endometrial cystic hyperplasia with Feline leukemia virus infection in a cat.
Show more [+] Less [-]Pulmonic stenosis with atrial septal defect in a Siamese cat
2017
Kim, J.Y., Seohyun Animal Hospital, Kwangju, Republic of Korea | Lee, S.W., YulimAnimal Hospital, Kwangju, Republic of Korea | Lee, S.G., Seoul Animal Heart Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea | Suh, S.I., Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Republic of Korea | Hyun, C., Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Republic of Korea
A 6-month-old mature intact female Siamese cat presented with exertional dyspnea. Diagnostic studies revealed pleural effusion, grade 4/6 left basal systolic murmur, deep S-wave in electrocardiograph leads I, II, and III, cardiomegaly with pleural effusion on radiography, pulmonic systolic (~5.8 m/sec) and tricuspid (3.6 m/sec) regurgitant jets, atrial septal defect, and a hypoplastic right outflow tract. Based on these results, the case was diagnosed as pulmonic stenosis with atrial septal defect. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report describing pulmonic stenosis with atrial septal defect in a cat in Korea.
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