Prevalence and risk factors for hyperthyroidism in Irish cats from the greater Dublin area

Abstract Background Hyperthyroidism is common in older cats. Prevalence varies geographically, but is anecdotally considered low in Ireland. The aim of this study was to document prevalence of hyperthyroidism in older cats in the greater Dublin area of Ireland and to assess environmental and clinica...

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Main Authors: Laura Bree, Barbara A. Gallagher, Robert E. Shiel, Carmel T. Mooney
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Irish Veterinary Journal
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13620-017-0113-x