This 11 year old FS DSH cat presented with wheezing.
This 11 year old FS DSH cat presented with wheezing.
Case Study
RAD – Severe active bronchitis in a 11 year old FS DSH cat
Image Interpretation
Deep inspiration with a barrel-shaped chested conformation and widened intercostal spaces is noted. The lumbodiaphragmatic angle is wide, there is a large distance between the caudal contour of the heart and the diaphragmatic cupola.
The lung presents an overall increase in opacity with a severe generalized bronchial pattern with peribronchial cuffing. The delineation of the 2nd and 3rd order pulmonary vessels is lost.
DX
• Severe bronchial lung pattern with peribronchial cuffing and deep inhalation • Hypovolemia with underperfusion of the lung
Outcome
The radiographic findings are compatible with severe active bronchitis. The main differential diagnosis is feline allergic lower airway syndrome (asthma). Parasitic and bacterial bronchitis should be ruled out by fecal examination and bronchoalveolar lavage. Transtracheal wash or a diagnostic challenge may be considered as alternatives to the bronchoscopy.
Patient Information
Patient Name :
Rizzo Cross/Claws and Paws
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Feline
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
17_00061
Clinical Signs
- Wheezing
Images
Clinical Signs
- Wheezing