Congenital lobar emphysema in a kitten. (28th March 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Blonk, M.; Van de Maele, I.; Combes, A.; Stablay, B.; De Cock, H.; Polis, I.; Rybachuk, G.; de Rooster, H.
• Is Part Of: Journal of small animal practice. Volume 58:Number 11(2017)
• Page Start: 659
• Page End: 663
• Publication Date: 2017-03-28
• Subjects: Veterinary medicine -- Periodicals; Veterinary Medicine -- Periodicals; 636.089
• DOI: 10.1111/jsap.12668
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-4510

Abstract

Abstract : A five‐month‐old ragdoll cat presented with severe respiratory signs, unresponsive to medical therapy. Hyperinflation of the right middle lung lobe was diagnosed with radiography and computed tomography. Lung lobectomy following a median sternotomy led to full recovery. Histopathological analysis revealed lobar emphysema and, based on the animal's age, congenital lobar emphysema was considered the most likely diagnosis.