Unilateral retrobulbar haemorrhage in a cat secondary to suspected anticoagulant rodenticide intoxication.
Vet Med Sci
; 10(4): e1508, 2024 Jul.
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ABSTRACT
A 6-month-old intact female mixed-breed kitten presented with severe exophthalmos of the left eye. Periocular lesions, including subconjunctival haemorrhage, third eyelid protrusion, and left eyelid oedema, were detected in the absence of globe retropulsion. The left intraocular pressure was increased, and ocular ultrasonography revealed ipsilateral retrobulbar fluid. Coagulation panels were markedly prolonged and severe anaemia was detected. Ultrasound-guided retrobulbar centesis performed to decrease intraocular pressure yielded blood. Based on the history and clinical findings, anticoagulant rodenticide intoxication was suspected. Treatment included partial tarsorrhaphy and the administration of topical antibiotics, artificial tears, and vitamin K1. Fresh whole blood and fresh frozen plasma were transfused for supportive therapy. Coagulation parameters improved after 7 days of hospitalisation. The periocular lesions resolved within 14 days, despite persistent optic nerve damage and blindness. This case report raises the possibility that anticoagulant rodenticide toxicity may result in retrobulbar haemorrhage in the absence of other typical cavitary bleeding. Although uncommon, anticoagulant rodenticide toxicity should be considered in cats with retrobulbar haemorrhage.
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Asunto principal:
Rodenticidas
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Enfermedades de los Gatos
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Hemorragia Retrobulbar
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Anticoagulantes
Límite:
Animals
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En
Revista:
Vet Med Sci
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
Corea del Sur
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido