Ocorrência de afecções orais em felinos (Felis catus) atendidos no hospital universitário veterinário da Universidade Federal da Paraíba - UFPB (2018-2022): um estudo retrospectivo

Abstract

Oral affections in cats are a prevalent problem with a significant impact on the quality of life of these animals. This retrospective study analyzed data from 478 cats seen at the Veterinary University Hospital of the Federal University of Paraíba (HUV/UFPB) between 2018 and 2022, with the objective of tracing an epidemiological profile of the diagnosed oral affections. Data from medical records were analyzed and included information on the type of condition, patient characteristics (age, sex, breed) and treatment performed. The results revealed a high prevalence of periodontal diseases, with periodontal disease and gingivitis affecting 22% and 19% of the animals, respectively. Therapeutic treatment with medication was the most frequent (37%), followed by periodontal treatment (8%) and surgery (15%). In 40% of the cases, no type of treatment was registered. It was concluded that periodontal diseases are a frequent problem in the feline population seen at HUV/UFPB, highlighting the importance of prevention and early treatment of these conditions.