Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Gallbladder mucocoele and concurrent hepatic lipidosis in a cat.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2007
- Authors:
- Bennett, S L et al.
- Affiliation:
- University of Melbourne Veterinary Clinic and Hospital · Australia
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A 3-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat was brought to the vet because it was losing weight, stopped eating, and had yellowing of the skin and eyes. The cat was diagnosed with two conditions: gallbladder mucocoele (a buildup of mucus in the gallbladder) and feline hepatic lipidosis (a liver disease often caused by not eating enough). To treat these issues, the vet performed surgery to connect the gallbladder to the intestine, placed a feeding tube, and fed the cat through this tube for three months. The cat has done well in the long term with very few problems after treatment.
Abstract
A 3-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat was presented with weight loss, anorexia and icterus. Feline hepatic lipidosis and gallbladder mucocoele were diagnosed; this is the first report of gallbladder mucocoele in the cat. The case was managed successfully with cholecystojejunostomy, gastrostomy tube placement and tube feeding for 3 months. The cat has survived over the long term with minimal complications.
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