Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Use of continuous positive airway pressure in the acute management of laryngeal paralysis in a cat.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Ticehurst, K et al.
- Affiliation:
- University Veterinary Centre · Australia
- Species:
- cat
Abstract
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) has been is used widely in humans to manage obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome, but it has not been widely used in animals. A brachycephalic cat, with previously undiagnosed laryngeal paralysis, that developed acute upper respiratory tract obstruction on recovery from anaesthesia, is presented. The condition was managed by CPAP, delivered via a facial mask.
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