Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
First case of Key-Gaskell syndrome in a Brazilian cat
By B.B.J. Torres et al.·Published in Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia·2014·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Key-Gaskell syndrome in Brazil: first case report
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- cat
Plain-English summary
A 17-month-old female Brazilian shorthair cat was diagnosed with feline dysautonomia, a serious condition that affects the nervous system and leads to various health issues. Symptoms can include problems with digestion, heart rate, and temperature regulation, which can be very concerning for pet owners. Unfortunately, there is no known cause or effective treatment for this disease, and the prognosis is generally poor. This case highlights the need for awareness of dysautonomia, especially in regions where it may be underreported.
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Abstract
Feline dysautonomia is a devastating disease characterized by neuronal degeneration in autonomic ganglia that results in clinical signs related to dysfunction of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The cause is unknown and this disease has a poor prognosis and no definitive treatment. Most reports have been described in few countries around the world, but the prevalence may be underestimated in countries like Brazil. This study describes the progression and clinicopathological changes of dysautonomia in a 17-month-old female Brazilian shorthair cat.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.1590/1678-6518