Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Current treatments for chronic kidney disease in cats
By Korman, Rachel M & White, Joanna D·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2013·Feline Friendly Practice, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Feline CKD: Current therapies - what is achievable?
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- cat
Plain-English summary
A cat with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can experience various symptoms, including decreased appetite and weight loss. While there is no cure for CKD, treatments like special renal diets that limit protein and phosphorus can help improve their quality of life and extend their lifespan. Adding phosphate binders and medications like benazepril can also help manage symptoms and improve appetite. Regular veterinary check-ups and tailored treatments are essential for managing this progressive condition effectively.
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Abstract
PRACTICAL RELEVANCE: Treatment of feline chronic kidney disease (CKD) tends to focus on minimising the adverse effects of reduced renal function, rather than addressing an underlying cause. Despite this, and the progressive nature of CKD, treatment can improve quality of life and enable many cats to have long survival times. EVIDENCE BASE: Strong evidence supports the provision of renal diets, which are protein and phosphorus restricted; compliance is improved by gradual dietary transition. Additional phosphorus restriction is achieved by the use of phosphate binding agents, although it is unknown if these yield similar survival benefits to those provided by renal diets. Interventions to control hypokalaemia and hypertension in affected cats are important to prevent serious complications. Administration of benazepril to cats with proteinuric kidney disease has been shown to significantly improve their appetite but not their survival. As CKD progresses, many cats will benefit from treatment to control clinical signs of uraemic gastroenteritis and anaemia.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23999184/