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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Suspected muscarinic mushroom intoxication in a cat.

Journal:
Journal of feline medicine and surgery
Year:
2013
Authors:
Herreria-Bustillo, Vicente J et al.
Affiliation:
Vets Now Referrals Swindon · United Kingdom
Species:
cat

Abstract

A 3-year-old domestic shorthair cat was witnessed ingesting mushrooms and developed signs of muscarine intoxication. After stabilisation and treatment with atropine the cat recovered well and was discharged from hospital in 2 days. This report describes the features and successful management of this unusual toxicosis in cats.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23048076/