Feline Medicine Q&A 04
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A water deprivation test followed by an ADH response test has been performed in a cat with clinical signs and initial assessment consistent with diabetes insipidus. The water deprivation test was stopped after 8 hours as the cat was noted to be clinically dehydrated. Results are shown graphically. Following ADH administration the USG increased to 1.020.
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What is the diagnosis? | The absence of change in USG following water deprivation is consistent with diabetes insipidus. The response to ADH is diagnostic of central diabetes insipidus. |
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What are the treatment options? | The treatment options include:
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