DM2 Pt1-4 Feline Panleukopenia (FPV) Flashcards
What animals can be infected by Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV)?
FPV infects all felids as well as raccoons, mink, and foxes.
How long can FPV survive in the environment?
FPV can survive for several months in the environment and is resistant to some disinfectants.
How is FPV most commonly transmitted?
FPV is transmitted via the faecal-oral route, primarily through indirect contact via fomites.
Are indoor cats at risk of FPV infection?
Yes, indoor cats are at risk as FPV can be carried by fomites like shoes and clothing.
What can occur if FPV is transmitted intrauterine?
Intrauterine transmission can induce immunological tolerance, causing kittens to shed the virus long after birth.
What are the main disease signs of FPV infection?
Disease signs include diarrhoea, lymphopenia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, anaemia, immunosuppression, cerebellar ataxia in kittens, and abortion.
Which age group of cats is most susceptible to FPV?
Kittens are most susceptible, with mortality rates exceeding 90%.
What diagnostic tests are used to detect FPV?
FPV antigen is detected in faeces using commercial test kits, and PCR testing can be done on whole blood or faeces.
Why are serological tests not recommended for FPV diagnosis?
Serological tests do not distinguish between infection and vaccination.
What decreases mortality rates in FPV-infected cats?
Supportive therapy and good nursing significantly decrease mortality rates.
What is recommended for treating enteritis in FPV cases?
Parenteral administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics is recommended.
What treatments may be needed for hypoproteinaemic cats with FPV?
Plasma or whole blood transfusions may be required to restore oncotic pressure.
What disinfectants are effective against FPV?
Disinfectants containing sodium hypochlorite (bleach), peracetic acid, formaldehyde, or sodium hydroxide.
Why is barrier nursing important in FPV disease management?
Barrier nursing limits the spread of infection in FPV-infected cats.
Should indoor cats be vaccinated against FPV?
Yes, all cats, including indoor cats, should be vaccinated against FPV.
What is the recommended FPV vaccination schedule for kittens?
Two injections at 8-9 weeks, another 3-4 weeks later, and a first booster 1 year later. A third vaccination at 16-20 weeks is recommended for high-risk environments.
How often should FPV booster vaccinations be given?
Booster vaccinations should be administered every 3 years or more.
When should modified-live virus vaccines not be used for FPV?
They should not be used in pregnant queens or in kittens less than 4 weeks old.
What is the recommendation for vaccinating pregnant cats against FPV?
Pregnant cats should not be routinely vaccinated.
Why are shelters considered high-risk environments for FPV transmission?
High cat numbers and unknown vaccination status make shelters high-risk for FPV, requiring strict hygiene and vaccination.
What should be done when new cats enter a shelter to prevent FPV?
New cats should be isolated on entry, vaccinated, and monitored for disease.
