Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Vascular ring causing regurgitation in a 2-month-old Maine Coon cat
By Takeuchi, Aki et al.·Published in Journal of veterinary science·2023·Department of Veterinary Surgery, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Vascular ring anomaly with a right patent ductus arteriosus and a left aortic arch in a juvenile cat.
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Plain-English summary
A 2-month-old female Maine Coon cat was brought in for regurgitation issues after weaning. The vet diagnosed her with a right patent ductus arteriosus (a heart condition) and a left aortic arch using imaging tests like echocardiography and CT scans. To treat her condition, the vet performed surgery through a right-fourth intercostal thoracotomy, which is an effective approach for this type of heart problem. After the surgery, the cat was expected to recover well, improving her symptoms significantly.
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Abstract
This paper reports the clinical findings and surgical treatment of feline right patent ductus arteriosus (RPDA) with a left aortic arch. A two-month-old female Maine Coon was referred for an investigation of regurgitation after weaning. RPDA with a left aortic arch was diagnosed based on the echocardiographic and computed tomography (CT) findings. A right-fourth intercostal thoracotomy was found to be an appropriate approach to the duct. Preoperative diagnosis is crucial and diagnostic imaging, including radiography, echocardiography, and cardiac CT examination, is essential for determining if the aortic arch is right or left.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37532295/