Update On Chronic Stomatitis
This presentation given by Santiago Peralta, DVM, DAVDC will review the current knowledge regarding the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of chronic stomatitis in cats. Possible recommendation on how to manage chronic stomatitis at a shelter will be discussed.
Date: July 2014
Venue: 2014 ASPCA/Cornell Maddie's® Shelter Medicine Conference
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I certify that I have viewed the entire presentation.
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Which statement about stomatitis is true?
- A.
It often affects the animal’s quality of life and results in euthanasia.
- B.
It can often have a nutritional impact.
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Medical and surgical management is difficult.
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It can take on a malignant transformation.
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All of the above.
Correct Answer
E. All of the above. -
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Which of the following can be signs of stomatitis in cats upon physical examination?
- A.
Pain upon oral manipulation
- B.
Ptyalism and dehydration
- C.
Enlarged mandibular lymph nodes and poor body condition
- D.
All of the above
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 4.
Radiological findings of stomatitis can include:
- A.
Periodontal but not endodontic disease, tooth resorption and jaw lesions.
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Periodontal and endodontic disease, tooth resorption and jaw lesions.
- C.
Endodontic but not periodontal disease, tooth resorption and jaw lesions.
- D.
Periodontal and endodontic disease, lack of tooth resorption and jaw lesions.
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Periodontal and endodontic disease, tooth resorption and lack of jaw lesions.
Correct Answer
B. Periodontal and endodontic disease, tooth resorption and jaw lesions. -
- 5.
The differential diagnosis for stomatitis include:
- A.
Oral squamous cell carcinoma.
- B.
Eosinophilic granuloma.
- C.
Periodontal disease +/- tooth resorption.
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Hemagiosarcoma.
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A, B and C.
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A, B and D.
Correct Answer
E. A, B and C. -
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Multiple causes of stomatitis have been suggested.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
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Which statement is true about the conservative treatment of stomatitis?
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Results are consistent, long-term success is unlikely and it involves mostly a symptomatic approach.
- B.
Results are variable, long-term success is likely and it involves mostly a symptomatic approach.
- C.
Results are variable, long-term success is unlikely and it involves mostly a symptomatic approach.
- D.
Results are variable, long-term success is unlikely and it involves a specific treatment plan.
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Results are variable, long-term success is unlikely, and it involves mostly a symptomatic approach, avoiding the use of oral antibiotics.
Correct Answer
C. Results are variable, long-term success is unlikely and it involves mostly a symptomatic approach. -
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Which statement is true about the surgical treatment of stomatitis?
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It involves partial or full-mouth extractions, but only 20% of cats significantly improve or are cured.
- B.
It involves partial or full-mouth extractions and 80% of cats significantly improve or are cured; however, most require additional medical management.
- C.
It involves partial or full-mouth extractions and 80% of cats significantly improve or are cured.
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It involves partial or full-mouth extractions; 50% are unresponsive.
Correct Answer
C. It involves partial or full-mouth extractions and 80% of cats significantly improve or are cured. -
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Surgical treatment of stomatitis involves aggressive analgesia and patient support.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 10.
Which of the following are associated with the prevention of stomatitis?
- A.
Implementing measures to reduce stress and possible spread of infectious agents
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Isolating affected individuals
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Avoiding the use of steroids and treating symptomatically
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Informing new owners about condition
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the above -
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Which concluding statement is true about stomatitis?
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It is a frustrating disease with many questions, very few answers and no predictable solutions.
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It is a disease that still has many questions, but answers have been found that provide predictable solutions.
- C.
It is a frustrating disease with many questions and very few answers, but despite this, predictable solutions have been developed.
- D.
It is an easy disease to treat because the solutions are usually predictable.
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It is a well understood disease, yet many questions about its treatment still remain.
Correct Answer
A. It is a frustrating disease with many questions, very few answers and no predictable solutions. -
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