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Failure to grow.

H C Gelens1, S L Ihle

  • 1Department of Companion Animals, Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Canada.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Small Animal Practice
|July 3, 1999
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Failure to thrive in puppies and kittens stems from various health issues. Initial diagnostics include history, physical exam, and lab tests to identify underlying causes like metabolic or genetic disorders.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Health
  • Pediatric Animal Care

Background:

  • Failure to thrive (FTT) in young animals like pups and kittens is a common clinical concern.
  • Multiple factors, including dietary, metabolic, endocrine, parasitic, neoplastic, and genetic diseases, can cause FTT.
  • Understanding the diverse etiologies of FTT is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the potential causes of failure to thrive in pups and kittens.
  • To emphasize the importance of a systematic diagnostic approach for FTT.
  • To guide veterinarians in identifying underlying disorders contributing to poor growth.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common causes of FTT in veterinary pediatrics.
  • Description of initial diagnostic steps for FTT.

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  • Highlighting the role of comprehensive history and physical examination.
  • Mention of standard laboratory tests: complete blood cell count, biochemistry profile, and urinalysis.

    • Main Results:

    • FTT can result from a single disorder or a combination of issues.
    • Dietary, metabolic, endocrine, parasitic, neoplastic, and genetic diseases are identified as potential causes.
    • Initial diagnostic workup provides a foundation for further investigation.
    • Subsequent tests are guided by the results of the initial evaluations.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough diagnostic process is essential for identifying the cause of FTT in young animals.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis leads to more effective treatment strategies.
    • Addressing the root cause of FTT is critical for improving growth and health outcomes in pups and kittens.