Reporte De Caso Clínico: Triaditis En Felino Hembra.

Abstract

Feline triaditis is a syndrome characterized by simultaneous inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), the liver (hepatic lipidosis) in this case, and the small intestine, specifically the duodenum (enteritis). This predisposition arises due to its particular anatomy, as the pancreatic bile duct and common bile duct join before emptying into the duodenal papilla, which favors the spread of inflammatory and infectious processes between these organs. The diagnosis of this pathology requires a thorough clinical evaluation and the use of complementary diagnostic tests such as specialized abdominal ultrasound, biochemical profile, and complete blood count. This study describes the case of Pola, a six-year-old, spayed female calico cat, who was admitted to the Drs. Reyes small animal veterinary clinic after being brought by her owner due to yellowish vomiting, anorexia, and hypodipsia for two days. Physical examination revealed clinical signs of moderate dehydration. Diagnostic tests revealed hepatic lipidosis, pancreatitis, and bacterial peritonitis, confirming feline triaditis. Given the severity of the disease, intensive in-hospital treatment was initiated, including fluid therapy, pharmacological support, and nutritional monitoring. Two assisted feeding methods were used during the process: initially a nasogastric tube and subsequently an esophagostomy tube. Throughout treatment, a progressively favorable clinical and paraclinical outcome was evident, and Pola ultimately achieved a remarkable recovery, considering this disease carries a high mortality rate.