Aortic thromboembolism (ATE) is a common and serious condition seen in cats, especially those with underlying heart disease. ATE occurs when a blood clot, usually originating from the heart, becomes lodged in the aorta leading to obstruction of blood flow to the hind limbs. This results in severe pain and dysfunction of the affected limbs.
The most common clinical signs of ATE in cats include sudden onset of hind limb weakness or paralysis, cold and pale limbs, vocalization due to pain, and respiratory distress. In severe cases, affected cats may go into shock due to inadequate blood flow to vital organs.
Diagnosis of ATE in cats is usually based on physical examination findings, such as absent or weak pulses in the hind limbs, and imaging studies like radiographs or ultrasound. Blood tests may also be performed to assess kidney function and evaluate for underlying heart disease.
Treatment of ATE in cats focuses on stabilizing the patient and preventing further clot formation. This may involve administration of pain medications, anticoagulants to prevent additional clot formation, and supportive care such as oxygen therapy. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the clot from the aorta.
Prognosis for cats with ATE varies depending on the extent of the clot and the presence of underlying heart disease. While some cats may recover with appropriate treatment, others may suffer long-term complications or even fatal outcomes.
In conclusion, Aortic Thromboembolism is a serious condition in cats that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. Owners of cats with heart disease should be aware of the signs of ATE and seek immediate veterinary care if their pet shows any concerning symptoms.
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Aortic血栓栓塞（ATE）是猫中常见且严重的疾病，特别是那些患有心脏病的猫。 ATE发生在血栓（通常源自心脏）堵塞在主动脉内导致血液流向后肢的时候。这会导致受累肢体的严重疼痛和功能障碍。
猫患有ATE的最常见临床症状包括后肢突然出现的无力或瘫痪、肢体发冷和苍白、由于疼痛而发出声音以及呼吸困难。在严重病例中，受影响猫儿由于主要器官的血液供应不足可能会休克。
诊断猫患有ATE通常是基于体格检查结果，如后肢脉搏的缺失或减弱，以及影像学研究如X射线或超声检查。也可能进行血液检查以评估肾功能并检查是否存在潜在的心脏病。
治疗ATE的重点是稳定患者并预防进一步的血栓形成。这可能涉及给予止痛药、抗凝剂以预防额外的血栓形成，以及辅助护理如氧疗。在某些情况下，可能需要手术来将主动脉中的血栓取出。
患有ATE的猫的预后因血栓程度和患有心脏病的情况而异。虽然一些猫可能通过适当治疗康复，但其他人可能遭受长期并发症甚至是致命后果。
总之，主动脉血栓栓塞是猫中一种需要及时诊断和治疗的严重疾病。患有心脏病的猫的主人应该了解ATE的症状，并在他们的宠物显示任何有关症状时立即寻求兽医护理。
