Retrospective evaluation of refeeding syndrome in cats: 11 cases (2013-2019).

Simon D Cook Emily WhitbyNeus EliasGeorgina B F HallDaniel L Chan

Published in: Journal of feline medicine and surgery (2021)

Cats with RS in this cohort had been missing, presumed starved, for more than 3 weeks. In addition to hypophosphataemia and hypokalaemia, altered glucose homeostasis and organ damage involving the liver and kidneys were common. Cats with RS appear to have a good prognosis, but prolonged intensive care is required.

Keyphrases

oxidative stress
cross sectional
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
blood pressure
skeletal muscle