This 10 year old FS DSH cat presented with vomiting, anorexia and drooling. CB/Chem wnl.
This 10 year old FS DSH cat presented with vomiting, anorexia and drooling. CB/Chem wnl.
Case Study
RAD – Microcardia and underperfusion of the lung with aerophagia in a 10 year old FS DSH cat
DX
Hypovolemia with microcardia and underperfusion of the lung
Image Interpretation
Rad of the thorax – The lung field is expanded. Ventral divergence of the ribs is noted as well as widening of the lumbodiaphragmatic angle. The pulmonary vasculature is thin as is the vena cava. The cardiac silhouette is small. The gastrointestinal tract is distended with a moderate amount of gas throughout.
Outcome
No evidence of aspiration pneumonia or esophageal dilation
• Marked subacute to chronic aerophagia – related to stress, pain, dyspnea or a combination of the aforementioned
• No evidence of gastrointestinal obstruction or foreign material as far as included in the views provided
Screening for possible underlying abdominal pathology means of ultrasound is warranted as well as stabilization of the patient as required upon clinical parameters.
Patient Information
Patient Name :
Isabelle Lundberg/Bayshore
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Feline
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
17_00087
Clinical Signs
- Anorexia
- Vomiting
Images
Clinical Signs
- Anorexia
- Vomiting