Clinical and pathologic features
of aortic thromboembolism in 36 dogs.
Currently, there is a clinical trial examining the efficacy of anti-clotting medications in the prevention of recurrence
of aortic thromboembolism (FATE).
Not exact matches
A small number
of cats can suffer from feline
aortic thromboembolism (FATE)-- a blood clot in the aorta that causes blockage
of blood flow to the back legs (most commonly), leading to sudden paralysis, severe pain, and often, death.
We have discussed saddle thrombus in terms
of heart disease so far but it turns out there are other ways to get an
aortic thromboembolism.
Aortic thromboembolism occurs when a piece
of this thrombus — called an «embolus» — breaks free from the main thrombus and enters the circulation.
For example, cats with certain types
of heart conditions are at increased risk
of suffering from a severe, rapid - onset, and painful condition known as «saddle thrombus» (more correctly called «
Aortic Thromboembolism,» or ATE).
A much more acute sign associated with heart disease in cats is paralysis
of the hindlimbs (occasionally other limbs may be affected) due to
aortic thromboembolism (ATE).