Вт, 05 дек 2017 Автор: Станислав Меламед
Hernial bulge is a disease that
occurs not only among representatives of the species Homo Sapiens. The
pathological process is quite widespread and
animal world.
Kittens are no exception to these rules. Unfortunately,
breeders very often do not pay attention to the first symptoms of this
physiological abnormalities. Such carelessness can turn into
the development of severe complications, and in some cases even cause
death of the animal.
In order to avoid such a scenario by your pet, let’s
consider the main causes and symptoms of hernia in kittens, as well as
We will pay more attention to the measures of timely diagnosis and
правильному лечению грыжи у kitty. We offer to start our excursion
with the definition of the disease.
Грыжа — патологический процесс, при котором
the tissues of the internal organs go beyond the normal boundaries occupied
they have cavities. This physiological abnormality is due to
weakening of certain muscle groups located in the walls
cavities. Such a sharp drop in muscle tone can lead to
the appearance of various defects in the tissues of the muscles, accompanied by
the formation of pathological holes, the so-called hernial
gateway In addition, each of these holes is weak
link, a gap in the muscle fibers, which (in potential) is able
become the focus of the formation of the future hernial protrusion.
Contents
Types of hernias in kittens •
Depending on the location, hernia in kittens is divided into
following types:
• Diaphragmatic hernial protrusion.
• Pericardial-peritoneal hernial protrusion.
• Umbilical hernial protrusion.
• Inguinal hernial protrusion.
• Perineal hernial protrusion.
• Intervertebral hernia.
The most common types of this physiological abnormality,
occurring in kittens is an umbilical and inguinal hernia. Everything
other varieties of this disease are significantly
less often.
Important! Even not restrained hernia is capable of negative
influence the condition of the internal organs and also become
the main cause of constant depression in your pet!
Причины появления грыжи у kitty
Causes of hernia in kittens are diverse. The main provocative
mechanism causing the manifestation of a similar pathological
The process is considered a hereditary factor. Also to hernia
protrusions may result in:
• Mechanical injuries.
• Complicated childbirth.
• Incorrect cat gnawing of the umbilical cord after the birth
process.
• Violations of the digestive tract (frequent constipation, diarrhea).
• Failed castration or sterilization of the animal.
• Complications of various postoperative processes.
• Congenital weakness of the umbilical ring.
• Increased pressure on the abdominal wall.
• Incorrect nutrition, accompanied by systematic
overeating
• Increased flatulence.
The vastness of the hernial bag is directly dependent on muscle tone
umbilical ring. Hernia sizes can be both tiny and
acquire quite impressive volumes.
Important! The hernial orifice is the place where the muscles
umbilical rings most weakened. Further normal
physiological development of the body should lead to closure
мышечных групп и естественной ликвидации грыжевых gateway But if in
the hole has already hit the tissue of the internal organs then inevitably
the opposite process will follow. The result will be
permanent increase of the hernial sac that entails
further development and complication of pathology!
Symptoms of hernia formation in kittens
На начальных этапах развития грыжа у kitty проявляется в виде
tiny tubercle, usually localized in the umbilical region or in
groin area. In this form, the hernial formation does not deliver
pet no particular trouble and does not declare itself. It is on
At this stage, an experienced and caring breeder should take all
necessary measures to eliminate the hernia from her
pet
At this stage, the disposal of hernial education will take place
максимально безболезненно для kitty и не доставит особых хлопот
his master In this phase, a similar anomaly can even be tried
eliminate independently, avoiding surgical intervention.
If the breeder misses time, the pathological process will begin
develop further, more and more weighty
the presence of the appearance of various negative symptoms.
Основные симптомы грыжи у kitty:
• The kitten looks lethargic and apathetic.
• Kitten refuses to eat.
• У kitty наблюдается рвота.
• У kitty фиксируется непроходимость кишечника.
• There is an increased body temperature.
• Difficulty in breathing.
• Disturbed coordination of movements.
• Signs of local muscle atrophy are recorded.
Important! Self-relieving your pet of
hernia with tightly fixed in the area of protrusion of the coin
or another type of bandage is possible only at the very beginning
diseases. It is recommended to carry out a similar procedure. only
If the breeder has sufficient experience, and he fully
confident in its effectiveness. In all other situations, self-medication
categorically excluded!
Диагностика и лечение грыжи у kitty
Diagnostic measures for a similar pathological process
are standard. They include:
• Initial examination at the vet, with palpation of the affected
areas.
• X-ray.
• Ultrasound procedure.
• MRI.
• Myelography.
Depending on the specific situation, it is possible to assign it to treating
a doctor for additional diagnostic procedures.
Treatment of hernia in kittens is divided into two main ways. The first –
conservative therapy. The second is surgery.
It should be remembered that a conservative treatment method can be applied.
only with uncomplicated pathological process. With this method
на kitty надевается специальный бандажный корсет, призванный
to prevent the prolapse of the internal organs in the hernial cavity, and
contributing to the strengthening of the relevant groups of local muscles.
The kitten will have to wear this corset for several months.
In all other cases, surgery is indicated.
Its main purpose is mechanical excision of impaired tissue.
and the forced elimination of the hernial sac, by its
suturing
Preventive measures •
Prevention measures include:
• Elimination of problems with the digestive system and defecation
kitty.
• Control cat birth.
• Maximum protection of the pet from mechanical injury and
falls
• Reducing the number of matings in a cat.
• Use of special veterinary ointments.
• Massotherapy.
Important! Очень часто причиной грыжи у kitty является
hereditary factor. Breeders are not recommended to use when
mating of animals that had previously suffered from similar diseases. Great
the likelihood that the pathology can be transmitted to offspring on
genetic level!
In the article we reviewed the main points related to the emergence
hernia in kittens. If you want more information
on this pathological process, then you need to ask for
consultation in a specialized veterinary clinic. In any
If we hope that the information you have just received,
will help solve your problems.
Health to you and your pets!
