Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Vomiting in cats causes, diagnosis, and treatment options
By Batchelor, Daniel J et al.·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2013·School of Veterinary Science, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Mechanisms, causes, investigation and management of vomiting disorders in cats: a literature review.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Vomiting is a frequent issue that cat owners bring to their veterinarians. This article looks at the reasons why cats vomit, how to investigate the problem, and ways to manage it based on solid research. It offers guidance on how vets can assess and diagnose vomiting in cats, as well as recommendations for medications to help stop the vomiting, dietary changes, and how to keep an eye on the cat's condition. The review also points out where there is strong evidence for these recommendations and where more research is needed. Overall, it aims to improve the understanding and treatment of vomiting in cats.
Abstract
Vomiting is a common presenting complaint in feline practice. This article differs from previous reviews in that it is an evidence-based review of the mechanisms, causes, investigation and management of vomiting in the domestic cat. Published evidence was reviewed, and then used to make recommendations for clinical assessment, diagnosis, antiemetic drug treatment, dietary management and monitoring of cats presenting with vomiting. The strength of the evidence on which recommendations are made (and areas where evidence is lacking for cats) has been highlighted throughout.
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