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A retrospective study on diaphragmatic hernia in cats
Hossein Kazemi Mehrjerdi1, Masoud Rajabion1, Ali Mirshahi1
1Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran.
Veterinary Research Forum : an International Quarterly Journal
|January 23, 2023
Summary
Diaphragmatic rupture in cats is often caused by trauma. Surgical repair (diaphragmatic herniorrhaphy) showed a 71% survival rate, though concurrent injuries impacted outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Small Animal Medicine
- Emergency and Critical Care
Background:
- Diaphragmatic rupture is a frequent injury in small animals, particularly cats.
- Trauma is the leading cause of diaphragmatic hernias in feline patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the causes, clinical signs, surgical outcomes, and survival rates of diaphragmatic rupture in cats.
- To identify factors influencing survival following diaphragmatic herniorrhaphy.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study of 14 cats undergoing diaphragmatic herniorrhaphy.
- Data collected included signalment, clinical signs, hernia characteristics, concurrent injuries, and surgical outcomes.
Main Results:
- Trauma was the most common cause (11/14 cats).
- Dyspnea was the most frequent clinical sign.
- The right diaphragm was most commonly affected (11/14 cats).
- The overall survival rate after surgery was 71%.
- Concurrent injuries significantly decreased survival rates.
Conclusions:
- Diaphragmatic rupture is a serious condition in cats requiring surgical intervention.
- Patient stabilization prior to surgery is crucial.
- The presence of concurrent injuries negatively impacts survival prognosis.
