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Kolangitis kucing

Also known as: Keradangan salur hempedu

Kolangitis ialah keradangan salur hempedu dan tisu hati sekelilingnya, dan merupakan salah satu penyakit hati paling biasa pada kucing. Dibahagikan kepada bentuk neutrofilik, sering berkaitan jangkitan bakteria yang naik dari usus, dan bentuk limfositik, dipercayai bersifat imun-mediated dan lebih kronik. Gejala termasuk selera makan berkurangan, muntah dan kekuningan. Rawatan berbeza antara kedua-dua bentuk ini, jadi diagnosis penting.

Quick facts

Type:
Disease
Typical onset:
Subacute
Body systems:
Hepatobiliary
Affected species:
CAT

Sources & references

  • Merck Veterinary Manual — Merck distinguishes neutrophilic and lymphocytic cholangitis in cats and their differing treatments.
  • WSAVA — WSAVA liver standardisation material describes the classification of feline cholangitis.

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