PURINA | Multimodal Management Strategies for Feline Chronic Kidney Disease [WATCH RECORDING]

Subject: Multimodal Management Strategies for Feline Chronic Kidney Disease
Speakers: Dr Rachel Korman
Organizer: Purina
LINK: WATCH RECORDING

This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of current treatment options for cats with chronic kidney disease. We will focus on multimodal management strategies designed to slow progression and improve quality of life, while minimizing the impacts on both patients and their caregivers. Discussions will include therapeutic renal diets, fluid therapy, and pharmacological interventions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain the etiology of different disease processes in chronic kidney diseases and the prevalence in the population.
2. Discuss current evidence and guidelines supporting the use of commonly available therapeutics, including their impacts on survival and quality of life.
3. Recognize the clinical consequences of chronic kidney disease (e.g., hyperphosphatemia, anemia, hypokalemia).
4. Discuss practical strategies for monitoring and adjusting treatments accordingly.
5. Evaluate approaches to nutritional management in chronic kidney disease, including appetite challenges, diet transitions, and owner compliance.

Disclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals.