Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2 in a 4-month-old kitten
By Tanner, Emma & Langley-Hobbs, Sorrel J·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2005·Margetts & Luck Veterinary Surgery, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2 with characteristic radiographic changes in a 4-month-old kitten.
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Plain-English summary
A 4-month-old kitten was brought in showing signs of weakness and difficulty moving due to a condition called vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2, which affects bone health. The veterinarian found specific changes in the kitten's bones through X-rays and noted some unusual blood test results. Treatment was attempted, but there were challenges that made it less effective than hoped. It's important for pet owners to be aware of the signs of bone issues in young cats and to seek veterinary care if they notice any weakness or mobility problems.
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Abstract
This report describes the presenting signs, biochemical abnormalities, and radiographic changes in a 4-month-old kitten with vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2. Details of therapy are described and possible reasons for treatment failure are discussed.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16182185/