SACCM 20: Feline Bronchopulmonary Disease

Question 1

What are the two types of feline bronchopulmonary disease? which one is reversible

Answer 1

• Feline asthma: hyperactive airways with reversible bronchoconstriction
  Type I hypersensitivity reaction following sensitization to aeroallergens
• Chronic bronchitis: thickening of the airways and excessive mucus production

Question 2

What causes crackles and wheezes in feline bronchopulmonary disease?

Answer 2

mucous and fluid in airways causes collapsing -> reopen with each breath

Question 3

in feline bronchopulmonary disease, which lung lobe may be atalectatic on radiographs and why?

Answer 3

right middle lung lobe collapse from mucus plug formation

Question 4

What is the current cutoff for normal eosinophil percentage in BAL fluid of cats?

Answer 4

5% or lower
> 5% abnormal

Question 5

What are 3 side side effects of regular bronchodilator use in cats?

Answer 5

• tachyphylaxis
• signs of restlessness
• anxiety

Question 6

Why are albuterol/terbutaline recommended over theophylline for feline bronchopulmonary disease?

Answer 6

not as available (currently only by compounding pharmacies)
limited efficacy in cats