Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How to manage pelvic trauma in cats after accidents
By R. Meeson & S. Corr·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2011·View original on Semantic Scholar →
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Original publication title: Management of Pelvic Trauma
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A young male cat that was allowed outside suffered pelvic trauma after being hit by a car. These injuries can be complicated, affecting multiple body systems, so it's important for veterinarians to carefully assess and manage the situation. The article outlines a step-by-step approach for diagnosing and treating these injuries, including checking for nerve damage and urinary tract issues. With proper care and treatment, many cats can recover well from pelvic trauma.
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Abstract
Practical relevance Cats commonly present with pelvic trauma following road traffic accidents (RTAs). A logical step-wise approach to diagnostics and subsequent management can significantly improve the prognosis in the majority of cases. This article provides a practical guide to assist decision-making and optimise management of these cats. Clinical challenges Affected cats may have sustained trauma to several body systems and, hence, their management can be complex, requiring good clinical, diagnostic and surgical skills (often both soft tissue and orthopaedic!). Patient group Any cat allowed access to the outdoors is potentially at risk of being involved in an RTA and sustaining pelvic trauma. Young male cats are most commonly affected. Evidence base Many original articles and textbook chapters have been published on aspects of pelvic trauma. However, to the authors’ knowledge, this is the first comprehensive overview of the assessment and management of the feline pelvic trauma case. The review begins by discussing initial triage and neurological examination, and then focuses, in turn, on assessment and management of the ‘tail pull’ injury, the diagnosis and management of urinary tract rupture, and the approach to managing specific pelvic fractures.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Semantic Scholar: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/21515222