title: Use of pimobendan in feline congenital heart failure.
abstract: A 6-month-old domestic shorthair cat was referred for evaluation of sudden lethargy and tachypnea following ovariohysterectomy. Upon failure of improvement with supportive care, a cardiologist identified congenital tricuspid dysplasia with signs of heart failure. Furosemide, enalapril, and pimobendan were used to reduce clinical signs and improve length and quality of life.
authors.affiliation: Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1.
authors.forename: Shannon
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Wainberg
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D002316:Cardiotonic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002371:Cat Diseases / Q000151:congenital / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy*; D002415:Cats; D005260:Female; D006333:Heart Failure / Q000151:congenital / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D011724:Pyridazines / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D014262:Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency / Q000151:congenital / Q000662:veterinary
chemical_list: D002316:Cardiotonic Agents; D011724:Pyridazines; C041648:pimobendan