Feline cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis complex
Jared A. Jaffey
Abstract
Cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis complex in cats is commonly encountered in clinical practice worldwide. Diagnosis and management of cats with this complex is difficult because of the ambiguity of clinical signs, diagnostic test results and commonality of comorbid disorders. These impediments can delay disease identification and treatment, which can increase morbidity and mortality. In this narrative review, we aimed to provide a thorough review of the unique physioanatomic features of the biliary system as well as clinically relevant updates on cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis complex in cats.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCATSIntensive care medicineNarrative reviewIdentification (biology)Clinical PracticeDiseasePathologyInternal medicinePhysical therapyBiologyBotanyGallbladder and Bile Duct DisordersPediatric Hepatobiliary Diseases and TreatmentsLiver Disease and Transplantation