Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Uterine torsion and metabolic abnormalities in a cat with a pyometra.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Stanley, Skye W & Pacchiana, Philip D
- Affiliation:
- Department of Internal Medicine · United States
- Species:
- cat
Abstract
A 6-year-old, intact female, Russian Blue cat was presented with abdominal distention, vaginal discharge, and a firm tubular structure palpable in the mid-abdomen. Serum biochemical abnormalities included hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, and azotemia. Exploratory laparotomy revealed a pyometra with uterine torsion; an ovariohysterectomy was performed.
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