College Station Cat Clinic

1010 College Ave.
Wheaton, IL 60187

(630)690-4949

www.collegestationcat.com

Blood Pressure

 

Blood Pressure Cuff

About Blood Pressure

 

Blood pressure monitoring is used to screen for hypertension. Hypertension occurs commonly in cats. This condition often occurs secondary to other general diseases such as heart disease, kidney disease and thyroid disease. If left untreated, this may result in blindness or advancement of the underlying disease.

Blood pressure measurement in cats requires a sensitive amplifying device called a doppler monitor. A blood pressure measurement is taken multiple times to ensure accuracy.

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