Feline Panleukopenia Flashcards

Flashcards reviewing key aspects of Feline Panleukopenia from a veterinary perspective.

What is Feline Panleukopenia?

A viral infection of cats characterized by sudden onset, vomiting and diarrhea, severe dehydration, and high mortality.

What is the pathophysiology of Feline Panleukopenia?

Feline parvovirus (FPV) infects and causes acute death of rapidly dividing cells.

Which systems are affected by Feline Panleukopenia?

Gastrointestinal, hemic/lymphatic/immune, nervous, ophthalmic, and reproductive.

What are key characteristics of the incidence and prevalence of Feline Panleukopenia?

Unvaccinated populations, extremely contagious, extremely stable virus.

Which species are susceptible to Feline Panleukopenia or canine parvovirus?

Felidae, Canidae, Mustelidae, Procyonidae

Which age group is most susceptible to severe Feline Panleukopenia?

Kittens 2–6 months of age.

What are the historical findings associated with Feline Panleukopenia?

Sudden onset with vomiting, diarrhea, depression, complete anorexia.

What are the typical physical examination findings for Feline Panleukopenia?

Mental dullness/lethargy, dehydration, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain.

What are the characteristics of Feline Parvovirus (FPV)?

Small, single-stranded DNA virus, antigenic cross-reactivity with canine parvovirus (CPV).

What are the risk factors for Feline Panleukopenia?

Factors that increase mitotic activity of small intestinal crypt cells, such as intestinal parasites or pathogenic bacteria; secondary or coinfections.

What are the differential diagnoses for Feline Panleukopenia?

Panleukopenia-like syndrome of feline leukemia virus (FeLV) infection; Salmonellosis; Acute poisoning.

What is the most consistent finding on CBC for Feline Panleukopenia?

Panleukopenia (low WBC count).

What other laboratory tests can be used to diagnose Feline Panleukopenia?

CPV antigen fecal immunoassay, PCR testing.

What are the main principles of treatment for Feline Panleukopenia?

Rehydration, antibiotic therapy, supportive care.

What nursing care is essential for severe cases of Feline Panleukopenia?

IV fluid therapy, antiemetic therapy, blood transfusions.

What is the drug of choice for treating secondary bacteremia in Feline Panleukopenia?

Broad-spectrum antibiotics (e.g., ampicillin).

What patient monitoring is important during treatment of Feline Panleukopenia?

Monitor hydration and electrolyte balance, monitor CBC every 24–48h.

How can Feline Panleukopenia be prevented/avoided in contaminated environments?

Disinfect contaminated environments with a 1:32 dilution of bleach.

What is the recommended vaccination schedule for kittens to prevent Feline Panleukopenia?

Vaccinate as early as 6 weeks of age, then every 3–4 weeks until 16–20 weeks of age.

What are possible complications of Feline Panleukopenia?

Shock, sepsis, teratogenic effects.

What is the expected course and prognosis of Feline Panleukopenia?

Guarded prognosis during acute disease; approximately 50% mortality reported.

What are synonyms for Feline Panleukopenia?

Feline distemper, feline parvovirus infection, feline viral enteritis.