Gastric Obstruction by Tricobezoar in Cat Associated with Lynxacarus radovskyi: a Case Report

Abstract

The presence of trichobezoar in cats is characterized by the accumulation of hair in the gastric cavity, which may be associated with the presence of dermatitis caused by the presence of the mite Lynxacarus radovskyi. In the present report, a clinical case of a feline patient with diagnostic and surgical diagnosis of the presence of a trichobezoar with the presence of Lynxacarus radovskyi in a skin scrape examination was described.

Oesophageal obstruction by trichobezoars in rescued jungle cat (Felis chaus)

“…Arruda et al reported a similar case in a domestic cat where the cat's skin was infested with mites. 16 However, in the case of the jungle cat, we were unable to identify the ectoparasites responsible for the skin lesions.…”

“…so forth. 16 However, diagnosing this condition in wild cats becomes challenging without a detailed history and prominent clinical signs. This presents additional difficulties in treating rescued cats effectively.…”

“…These skin lesions can lead to increased licking of the affected areas and ingestion of more hair. 16 The tongue of the cat contains filiform papillae, which make the surface rough and aid in anchoring dead hair while licking. 18 The licking and grooming behaviour of cats typically helps in minimising the irritation caused by external parasites.…”

“…Diagnosis of trichobezoars in domestic cats can be accomplished by observing the clinical signs such as hairballs voided with faeces, vomiting, anorexia, abdominal pain, and so forth 16 . However, diagnosing this condition in wild cats becomes challenging without a detailed history and prominent clinical signs.…”

“…However, some studies suggest the cause may be related to skin lesions resulting from heavy infestations of ectoparasites like fleas, lice, mites and others. These skin lesions can lead to increased licking of the affected areas and ingestion of more hair 16 . The tongue of the cat contains filiform papillae, which make the surface rough and aid in anchoring dead hair while licking 18 .…”