Related Experiment Video
Updated: Mar 16, 2026
05:33
Author Spotlight: Alleviating Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy with Safe and Effective Auricular Acupuncture
Published on: August 4, 2023
2.4K
Chronic Vomiting in Cats: Etiology and Diagnostic Testing
Shannon Ryan Hauck1, Kelly Gisselman1, Amy Cordner1
1From The Hope Center for Advanced Veterinary Medicine, Vienna, VA (S.R.H., K.G., A.C., A.G.N.).
Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
|August 4, 2016
Summary
Chronic vomiting in cats requires careful diagnosis. Differentiating vomiting from regurgitation and a systematic approach are crucial for identifying causes like inflammatory bowel disease or hyperthyroidism and planning treatment.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Chronic vomiting is a frequent issue in feline veterinary patients.
- Accurate diagnosis requires differentiating vomiting from regurgitation and dysphagia.
- Numerous potential causes exist, necessitating a thorough diagnostic process.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the diagnostic approach for chronic vomiting in cats.
- To identify common etiologies of chronic vomiting in felines.
- To emphasize the importance of history and systematic diagnostics for treatment planning.
Main Methods:
- Review of common causes of chronic vomiting in cats.
- Emphasis on detailed patient history taking.
- Systematic diagnostic approach for vomiting patients.
Main Results:
- Key differential diagnoses include inflammatory bowel disease, food allergy, gastrointestinal motility disorders, neoplasia, and extra-gastrointestinal diseases.
- Extra-gastrointestinal causes include renal disease, hepatobiliary disease, and hyperthyroidism.
- A comprehensive history and systematic diagnostics are vital.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of chronic vomiting in cats relies on accurate etiological diagnosis.
- Differentiating vomiting from other conditions is the critical first step.
- A systematic approach considering both gastrointestinal and extra-gastrointestinal causes is essential for successful treatment.
Related Concept Videos
01:22Pathophysiology of Vomiting
3.7K
Vomiting is a complex physiological response to expel harmful or irritating substances from the body. It's a defensive mechanism triggered by stimuli like poisons, microbial toxins, cytotoxic drugs, and mechanical abdominal distension. The process is centrally coordinated by the vomiting (or emetic) center located in the medulla of the brainstem. This area, rich in muscarinic M1, histamine H1, neurokinin 1 (NK1), and serotonin 5-HT3 receptors, coordinates the act of vomiting through...
3.7K
01:29Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care
457
The management of chronic pancreatitis is multifaceted, involving a comprehensive approach that includes thorough assessment, diagnostic testing, and a variety of management strategies.
Assessment:
Assessment:
457
01:23Gastritis III: Clinical Manifestations and Management
1.6K
The clinical manifestations of gastritis can vary depending on the cause and type of gastritis, but some common symptoms may include the following.
Clinical manifestations of acute gastritis
The patient with acute gastritis may have a rapid onset of symptoms, such as epigastric pain or discomfort, dyspepsia, anorexia, hiccups, or nausea and vomiting, which can last from a few hours to a few days. Erosive or hemorrhagic gastritis may cause bleeding, which may manifest as blood in vomit or as...
Clinical manifestations of acute gastritis
The patient with acute gastritis may have a rapid onset of symptoms, such as epigastric pain or discomfort, dyspepsia, anorexia, hiccups, or nausea and vomiting, which can last from a few hours to a few days. Erosive or hemorrhagic gastritis may cause bleeding, which may manifest as blood in vomit or as...
1.6K
01:28Peptic Ulcer Disease III: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies
750
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) presents with diverse symptoms depending on the location and severity of the ulcer. Clinical manifestations of peptic ulcer include dull pain and a burning sensation in the mid-epigastric region.
Few clinical manifestations differentiate gastric ulcers from duodenal ulcers. Distinctions in the location, timing, and pain relief are crucial for healthcare providers in differentiating between gastric and duodenal ulcers during clinical assessments.
Few clinical manifestations differentiate gastric ulcers from duodenal ulcers. Distinctions in the location, timing, and pain relief are crucial for healthcare providers in differentiating between gastric and duodenal ulcers during clinical assessments.
750
01:26Imaging Studies III: Gastrointestinal Motility Studies and Virtual Colonoscopy
567
This lesson explores three gastrointestinal imaging techniques: radionuclide testing, colonic transit studies, and virtual colonoscopy.
Radionuclide Testing
Radionuclide testing is a sophisticated medical technique for assessing gastrointestinal motility. It focuses on gastric emptying and colonic transit time. Radioactive markers track the movement of food through the digestive system, providing insights into gastrointestinal disorders.
In gastric emptying studies, a meal's liquid and...
Radionuclide Testing
Radionuclide testing is a sophisticated medical technique for assessing gastrointestinal motility. It focuses on gastric emptying and colonic transit time. Radioactive markers track the movement of food through the digestive system, providing insights into gastrointestinal disorders.
In gastric emptying studies, a meal's liquid and...
567
01:27Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction
1.4K
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach. It can be either acute or chronic.
Acute pancreatitis is characterized by rapid inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by factors like gallstone blockage or excessive alcohol consumption. Chronic pancreatitis, on the other hand, is a slow, progressive inflammation that may result from long-term alcohol abuse, obstructions in the pancreatic duct, or genetic factors.
The causes of acute pancreatitis include:
Acute pancreatitis is characterized by rapid inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by factors like gallstone blockage or excessive alcohol consumption. Chronic pancreatitis, on the other hand, is a slow, progressive inflammation that may result from long-term alcohol abuse, obstructions in the pancreatic duct, or genetic factors.
The causes of acute pancreatitis include:
1.4K