Liver‐type fatty acid‐binding protein and neutrophil gelatinase‐associated lipocalin in cats with chronic kidney disease and hyperthyroidism
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DOI: 10.1111/jvim.16074
Abstract: Abstract Background Liver‐type fatty acid‐binding protein (L‐FABP) and neutrophil gelatinase‐associated lipocalin (NGAL) are candidate biomarkers for the detection of early chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats. Objective To evaluate urinary and serum L‐FABP and NGAL… read more here.
Keywords: liver type; fabp; fatty acid; type fatty ... See more keywords
Incidence of microcytosis in hyperthyroid cats referred for radioiodine treatment
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DOI: 10.1177/1098612x20983973
Abstract: Objectives The study aimed to document the incidence of erythrocyte microcytosis in a population of hyperthyroid cats referred for radioiodine (RAI) treatment. Microcytosis has been observed but not described in feline hyperthyroid patients and is… read more here.
Keywords: cats referred; incidence; microcytosis; hyperthyroid cats ... See more keywords
Evaluation of potential thiamazole exposure of owners of orally treated hyperthyroid cats.
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DOI: 10.1177/1098612x221091738
Abstract: OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to evaluate the presence of traces of thiamazole in the urine of owners of hyperthyroid cats treated with antithyroid drugs. METHODS Urine was collected from 24 owners of… read more here.
Keywords: owners hyperthyroid; antithyroid drugs; thiamazole; hyperthyroid cats ... See more keywords
Association between feline hyperthyroidism and thoracic radiographic evaluation of cardiomegaly and pulmonary hyperinflation
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DOI: 10.1177/1098612x221118190
Abstract: Objectives Hyperthyroidism frequently affects middle-to-older-aged cats that can present with cardiorespiratory signs. The effects of hyperthyroidism on cardiac size and function have been previously documented. Anecdotally, pulmonary hyperinflation identified on thoracic radiographs may also be… read more here.
Keywords: hyperthyroid cats; pulmonary hyperinflation; cardiomegaly; hyperinflation ... See more keywords
Radioiodine treatment in hyperthyroid cats: insights into the characteristics of owners and their cats, and owner motivation and perceptions
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DOI: 10.1177/1098612x221150191
Abstract: Objectives Radioiodine (131I) therapy is the most appropriate treatment option for many hyperthyroid cats, as it is minimally invasive and often curative. Nevertheless, 131I treatment is not always pursued by owners. Hence, it is important… read more here.
Keywords: owner; hyperthyroid cats; 131i treatment; 131i therapy ... See more keywords