Iliac thrombosis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is it?
A
- thromboembolic pathology affecting the caudal aorta or iliac vessels
- basically the whole rear end of the animal is ischaemic
2
Q
Prevalence
A
- very common in cats
- rare in dogs
3
Q
Presentation
A
- pain, pulseless, pale, paretic hindlegs
- very rarely can be seen as a unilateral forelimb problem in cats, but will be painful, pulseless, pale, paretic forelimb
4
Q
What is it usually secondary to?
A
- cardiovascular disease in the cat
- Cushing’s or kidneys in dogs
5
Q
Tx
A
- tx the underlying cause
