Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with low sodium from inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion
By Cameron, Kristin & Gallagher, Alexander·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2010·Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion in a cat.
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Plain-English summary
A 3-year-old spayed female domestic shorthaired cat was brought in for liver disease but developed a serious condition called hyponatremia, which means her sodium levels were dangerously low. Despite receiving fluids, her condition didn't improve until vets discovered she had syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, which affects how her body manages fluids. By restricting her fluid intake, the vets were able to correct her sodium levels and resolve the symptoms related to the imbalance.
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Abstract
A 3-year-old, spayed female, domestic shorthaired cat was presented for evaluation of liver disease. Following anesthesia, laparoscopy, and medical therapy, the cat developed severe hyponatremia that was unresponsive to fluid therapy. Further evaluation of serum and urine osmolality determined that the cat fulfilled the criteria for syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion. Treatment with fluid restriction resulted in resolution of the hyponatremia and clinical signs associated with the electrolyte imbalance.
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