Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Rehabilitation of medical and acute care patients.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2005
- Authors:
- Dunning, Dianne et al.
- Affiliation:
- College of Veterinary Medicine · United States
Plain-English summary
When pets have cancer or serious illnesses, their bodies can go through many changes that affect different systems. While veterinarians focus on treating the main health issues, rehabilitation and supportive care can help manage side effects and complications. This article talks about the challenges faced by pets with cancer or those in critical condition, explains some basic care techniques, and emphasizes how important rehabilitation is for helping these pets recover as much as possible. Overall, the treatment approach aims to improve the quality of life for these animals.
Abstract
Cancer and serious systemic illness result in several physiologic changes that involve multiple body systems. While the primary conditions are addressed with traditional modalities of medicine, the side effects, secondary changes, and complications can be ameliorated or even prevented with rehabilitation and supportive care. This article reviews problems facing the oncologic and critically ill animal, discusses basic techniques in the management of these animals, and highlights the essential role of rehabilitation in obtaining maximal functional capacity in the critically ill patient.
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