Publications by authors named "K E Bartels"
Background: Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a common genetic disorder, yet it remains largely underdiagnosed in Canada. Multiple national and international guidelines recommend the use of clinical genetic testing for FH. However, the level of its accessibility and use within Canada is unclear.
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- Thymomas and mediastinal lymphomas are common types of tumors found in the chest area of cats, with lymphomas usually seen in younger cats and thymomas in older ones.
- A unique case of a nearly 4-year-old male cat presented with exercise intolerance and breathing issues, leading to the discovery of a large mediastinal mass through imaging and biopsies.
- After surgery to remove the mass, the cat was diagnosed with a thymoma and had a successful recovery, showing no further issues in follow-up exams after 8 months.