Internal Medicine
Noninvasive Methods for Removing Cystoliths in Small Animals
Noninvasive methods for removing cystoliths represent a significant advance in veterinary medicine, offering safer and less invasive alternatives to traditional surgical procedures.
Urology & Renal Medicine
“Why Does My Cat Have Trouble Urinating?”
This series will help veterinary nurses understand the most effective way to guide clients through common questions, with key communication tips along the way.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass (SUB) as a Treatment Option for Urolithiasis in Cats
The SUB is an exciting option for treatment of obstructive upper urinary tract disease in cats, and it continues to get better through adaptations to decrease complication rates and improve long-term patient comfort.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Predictive Power
AI could be the future of veterinary medicine. Read about how Antech is introducing RenalTech, a predictive platform for CKD in cats.
Diagnostics
New AI-Driven Diagnostic Tool Can Predict Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats Two Years Before Onset
Antech Diagnostics, part of Mars Petcare, released a new diagnostic tool called RenalTech that was developed using artificial intelligence to analyze pet medical record data to predict whether a cat will develop chronic kidney disease (CKD) up to two years before traditional clinical diagnosis.
Internal Medicine
A Complicated, Multidrug-Resistant UTI
Katmandu was a 9-year-old spayed female Bengal cat with a history of chronic kidney disease. Despite aggressive treatment and very dedicated clients, Katmandu’s multidrug-resistant UTI relapsed.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Pandora Syndrome
The discovery that the family cat is not using its litterbox can lead to distress in the entire household.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Peritoneal Dialysis Following Urethral Obstruction and Acute Kidney Injury
What began as a routine condition and progressed to a dedicated, one-on-one nursing case, the case report outlines the importance of a thorough workup in managing a patient’s whole disease process and demonstrates the many aspects of renal care, management, and complications.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Urethral Obstruction in Male Cats
Urethral obstruction is a relatively common and potentially life-threatening emergency.