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==Prognosis==

==Prognosis==

Prognosis is entirely dependant on whether the animal can be supported whilst the tubules repair. Often intensive care for prolonged peroids (up to eight weeks) is required to achieve this. Generally, animals presenting with '''oliguria''', particularly with a history of toxin ingestion have a '''grave prognosis'''. Renal biopsy may give an indication of the reversibility of the condition (if the basement membrane is intact) and therefore prognosis - it should be considered prior to starting dialysis. If urine production is not restored following treatment, prognosis is very poor and euthanasia may be the only appropriate option.  

Prognosis is entirely dependant on whether the animal can be supported whilst the tubules repair. Often intensive care for prolonged peroids (up to eight weeks) is required to achieve this. Generally, animals presenting with '''oliguria''', particularly with a history of toxin ingestion have a '''grave prognosis'''. Renal biopsy may give an indication of the reversibility of the condition (if the basement membrane is intact) and therefore prognosis - it should be considered prior to starting dialysis. If urine production is not restored following treatment, prognosis is very poor and euthanasia may be the only appropriate option.  

==References==

==References==

Sparks, AH & Caney, SMA (2005) '''Self-Assessment Colour Review Feline Medicine''' ''Manson Publishing''

Sparks, AH & Caney, SMA (2005) '''Self-Assessment Colour Review Feline Medicine''' ''Manson Publishing''