Circulating lupus anticoagulant and probable systemic lupus erythematosus in a cat

Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery
D LussonJ L Chabanne

Abstract

An adult domestic short hair cat was presented in a critical condition with icterus. Various investigations demonstrated the presence of haemolytic anaemia and hepatic abnormalities, as well as significant coagulation defects. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) was suggested as a possible cause.

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May 8, 2010·Veterinary Pathology·J B Rottman, C R Willis
Aug 26, 2017·Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery·Linda J Vogelnest
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