Cholecystoenterostomy Surgery in a Cat: A Case Report

Authors : İremsu Satıcı, Tunahan Yavuz, Hatiçe Elif Sever, Merve İder, Zeynep Çimen, Mustafa Arıcan
Pages : 337-342
Doi:10.53518/mjavl.1800927
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Publication Date : 2025-12-25
Article Type : Other Papers
Abstract :The purpose of this case report is to evaluate the outcomes of cholecystoenterostomy surgery following the diagnosis of bile duct obstruction in a cat based on clinical, ultrasonographic, and laboratory findings. The subject of this study was an 8-month-old Blue Point cat. The cat was brought Animal Hospital with complaints of vomiting 7-8 times a day, anorexia, and lethargy. A physical examination, ultrasonographic examination, and blood analysis were performed. Leukopenia, neutropenia hypokalemia, and hyperlactatemia and metabolic acidosis were diagnosed. Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV) antigen test for diagnosis of panleukopenia was also confirmed as positive. Ultrasonographic examination revealed dilatation of the gallbladder and thickening of its wall. There was a decrease in intestinal transport from the proximal part of the duodenum. Fluid electrolyte and supportive treatment was started for panleukopenia. The common bile duct (ductus choledochus) was incised, and a cholecystoenterostomy 1.0 catheter was placed to relieve the obstruction. The duct was sutured with 4/0 multifilament absorbable suture material. The patient was discharged after staying for one week. One week later, the cat was called for a follow-up to remove the sutures. No complications were observed, and the general condition of the patient was found to be good. The prognosis has been monitored for three month, with the patient\\\'s condition being assessed through monthly follow-up visits. This case demonstrates that cholecystoenterostomy can be a successful surgical option for the treatment of biliary obstruction in cats when appropriate case selection and careful postoperative monitoring are performed.
Keywords : Kedi Panlökopeni, Kedi, Kolesistoenterostomi, Ultrasonografik muayene

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