Hi hi, wondering if anyone has had experience with subcutaneous fluids for an older CKD cat with cardiac issues. Mao got I-131 treatment for hyperthyroidism in July 2014 at 14 years of age, and it has been downhill ever since. She was diagnosed with stage 2 CKD in August 2014 and commenced sub Q fluids (75mL of lactated ringers every other day) in November 2015 when her creatinine levels went from 2.5 to 5.5 in 3 months (unfortunately not a lab error). After 3 months of sub Qs, canned k/d food, azodyl and a host of other supplements, her creatinine level is now 3.5.
In 2014, we were considering surgical work to remove a growth and took her to a cardiologist to assess the appropriateness of anesthesia. Turns out the darling has 3rd degree atrioventricular block and bradycardia (heart rate has increased and is typically normal level). She also has a very mild murmur (Grade I/VI sternal systolic murmur).
I'm not sure what part of the kidney protocol has helped Mao. She eats like a champ as usual and is much less bony now vs in November 2015 even though her weight has held steady at 10.5lb. I suspect the sub Qs have been helpful but I know they are tough on the heart. Has anyone had a CKD cat with cardiac issues? What is your cat's protocol and what has been your cat's experience?
Thanks.
In 2014, we were considering surgical work to remove a growth and took her to a cardiologist to assess the appropriateness of anesthesia. Turns out the darling has 3rd degree atrioventricular block and bradycardia (heart rate has increased and is typically normal level). She also has a very mild murmur (Grade I/VI sternal systolic murmur).
I'm not sure what part of the kidney protocol has helped Mao. She eats like a champ as usual and is much less bony now vs in November 2015 even though her weight has held steady at 10.5lb. I suspect the sub Qs have been helpful but I know they are tough on the heart. Has anyone had a CKD cat with cardiac issues? What is your cat's protocol and what has been your cat's experience?
Thanks.