Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Update on Feline Ionized Hypercalcemia.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2017
- Authors:
- de Brito Galvão, Joao Felipe et al.
- Affiliation:
- VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital · United States
- Species:
- cat
Abstract
Hypercalcemia in cats is recognized with increased frequency, especially idiopathic hypercalcemia, which is the most common cause. Idiopathic hypercalcemia seems to be unique to the cat, not occurring in the dog as a specific syndrome. There are many causes of hypercalcemia, and diagnosis relies on evaluation of clinical signs, physical examination, diagnostic imaging, serum biochemistry, urinalysis, and evaluation of calcium metabolic hormones. With an accurate diagnosis, treatment options can be tailored to the individual.
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