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Preparturient hypocalcemia in four cats.

A J Fascetti1, M A Hickman

  • 1Department of Molecular Biosciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis 95616, USA.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|October 26, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Preparturient hypocalcemia, a calcium deficiency in cats before giving birth, was treated successfully with calcium gluconate. Prompt treatment prevented further complications during gestation and lactation.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Physiology
  • Reproductive Biology

Background:

  • Preparturient hypocalcemia is a metabolic disorder affecting pregnant animals.
  • This condition can lead to severe clinical signs and potential complications in queens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report on the identification and successful treatment of preparturient hypocalcemia in a specific pathogen-free cat colony.
  • To describe the clinical signs, hematologic, and biochemical abnormalities associated with this condition in cats.

Main Methods:

  • Case series involving four cats diagnosed with hypocalcemia prior to parturition.
  • Treatment involved intravenous or subcutaneous administration of 10% calcium gluconate.
  • Oral calcium supplementation was provided pre- and post-parturition.

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Main Results:

  • All four cats exhibited acute onset of clinical signs 3-17 days before parturition.
  • Common signs included depression, weakness, tachypnea, vomiting, anorexia, and hyperexcitability.
  • All cats responded well to calcium gluconate treatment and had no further complications.

Conclusions:

  • Preparturient hypocalcemia is a treatable condition in cats.
  • Intravenous or subcutaneous calcium gluconate, followed by oral supplementation, is an effective treatment strategy.
  • Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for successful outcomes in pregnant cats with hypocalcemia.