Diagnosis and Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism: Current Perspectives

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Journal Vet Med (Auckl)

Specialty Veterinary Medicine

Date 2020 Jul 17

PMID 32670849

Citations 5

Authors

Heather H Vaske

Thomas Schermerhorn

Laura Armbrust

Gregory F Grauer

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Abstract

Previous and ongoing research has provided insights to the pathophysiology and diagnosis of hyperthyroidism as well as new treatment modalities. This paper reviews the etiology, clinical presentation, and clinicopathologic changes associated with hyperthyroidism, and provides a thorough explanation of confirmatory testing and treatment options.

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