Jessica M. Quimby, DVM, PhD, DACVIM: No relevant disclosure to display
Presentation Description / Summary: Constipation is a common presenting complaint in feline patients, but may represent the 'tip of the iceberg' in terms of concerns about GI motility. Identification of clinical and subclinical constipation in feline patients and its management, including nutritional modification and hydration strategies, will be discussed.
Learner Outcomes: In this session attendees will: -Review clinical and subclinical constipation in cats -Consider the role of constipation in the gut-kidney axis -Discuss management strategies for constipation including the importance of nutrition and hydration -Appreciate the importance of proactive identification of decreased defecation frequency
Learning Objectives:
Learner Outcomes: In this session attendees will: -Review clinical and subclinical constipation in cats and appreciate the importance of proactive identification of decreased defecation frequency
Learner Outcomes: In this session attendees will consider the role of constipation in the gut-kidney axis
Learner Outcomes: In this session attendees will discuss management strategies for constipation including the importance of nutrition and hydration
