Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with chronic asthma develops lung lobe torsion and treatment
By Dye, T L et al.·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·1998·Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Lung lobe torsion in a cat with chronic feline asthma.
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Plain-English summary
A 12.5-year-old cat with a history of asthma was brought in showing signs of lethargy, coughing, and difficulty breathing. After tests like X-rays and ultrasounds, the vet diagnosed lung lobe torsion, a rare but serious condition where a part of the lung twists. The cat received fluids and oxygen for stabilization, followed by surgery to remove the affected lung lobe. Thankfully, the cat recovered well after the treatment and is now breathing easier.
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Abstract
Lung lobe torsion, although rare in cats, can be seen as a sequela to chronic respiratory disease. Clinical signs may include lethargy, coughing, hemoptysis, and respiratory distress. Lung lobe torsion may be diagnosed using radiography, ultrasonography, contrast bronchography, bronchoscopy, or thoracoscopy. Stabilization with fluids, oxygen, and supportive care followed by thoracotomy and lobectomy of the affected lobe(s) are necessary for a successful outcome. Diagnosis and treatment of lung lobe torsion is described in a 12.5-year-old cat with a history of feline asthma.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9826285/