Displasia coxofemoral em gatos: Revisão de literatura

Abstract

Coxofemoral dysplasia (CFD) in cats is a condition that brings a great challenge for veterinarians because it is still little reported. In this sense, this study aimed to conduct a review identifying the primary causes of the disease, the main clinical signs observed in affected animals, the main tests performed to reach the diagnosis, describe available treatments as well as list the forms of disease prevention. It is known that this is a multifactorial pathology that causes abnormal development of the hip joint, which may occur unilaterally or bilaterally. Affected animals exhibit clinical signs such as joint laxity of varying degrees, joint instability, degeneration of the femoral head and acetabulum in addition to osteoarthritis. Although there is a varied list of conservative clinical approaches, surgical treatments are considered definitive. Thus, it is concluded that although it is a pathology little publicized, it is possible to make an early diagnosis and often return the quality of life to the patient with conservative treatments, without surgical treatments.