Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Seven cats in Taiwan with painful bone disease and lameness
By Huang, Chiung-Hui et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2010·Department of Veterinary Medicine·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Feline hypertrophic osteopathy: a collection of seven cases in Taiwan.
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Plain-English summary
Seven cats were diagnosed with a painful bone condition called hypertrophic osteopathy, which caused lameness in their limbs. While one cat sadly passed away shortly after being seen by the vet, the other six cats improved after receiving medical treatment and dietary changes. X-rays showed that the bone issues got better in all the surviving cats. If your cat is limping or showing signs of pain, it’s important to consult your veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment options.
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Abstract
Between October 2003 and May 2004, seven cats were diagnosed with severe and extensive hypertrophic osteopathy of the appendicular skeleton without detectable underlying causes. All cats showed similar clinical signs of pain with progressive lameness of the limbs. One cat died shortly after presentation, whereas conditions of the others resolved after medical treatment and a change in diet. Regression of the bone lesions was observed radiographically in all surviving six cases.
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