From Bladder to Bradycardia: FLUTD & Hyperkalemia in Emergency Cats

Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), particularly when associated with urethral obstruction, requires rapid diagnosis and timely intervention to prevent life-threatening complications such as hyperkalemia and cardiovascular instability. Prompt stabilization, accurate assessment, and appropriate emergency treatment are critical for improving patient outcomes. This webinar offers a practical approach to the emergency management of cats presenting with FLUTD and hyperkalemia, covering initial triage, clinical evaluation, interpretation of clinicopathological findings, ECG changes associated with hyperkalemia, emergency stabilization, urinary decompression, fluid therapy, electrolyte correction, and post-obstructive care. The discussion also highlights common clinical pitfalls and strategies to reduce recurrence and improve long-term patient management.