Description

Hyperthyroidism is the most common feline endocrinopathy. It is a progressive disease, where control can become more challenging as the years pass. During this webinar we will discuss the under-estimate the importance of definitive therapy; be sure you are providing your clients with the most up-to-date thoughts on the various treatment options.

For years we have been lectured about the importance of unmasking renal disease in these patients; but does it really matter? In fact, patients with unmasked renal disease do not have a different prognosis to their non-azotaemic counterparts! On the flip side, something we have long ignored, has come to the fore in recent years….. we are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of iatrogenic hypothyroidism in treated hyperthyroid cats. Hypothyroidism does seem to be prognostically important, and it’s easy to treat- but you need to look for it! Tune into this webinar to learn about the importance of hypothyroidism, how to detect it, and how to treat it.

Learning Objectives

• Appreciate the prevalence of occult renal disease
• Understand the relevance of unmasking renal disease
• Be aware of the importance of hypertension in hyperthyroid patients, and the ongoing risk that exists even in euthyroidism
• Appreciate the rational for definitive hyperthyroid treatment
• Realise the importance of hypothyroidism in treated cats, and how to recognise it