DOI
https://doi.org/10.18849/ve.v6i1.337Abstract
PICO question
In cats with feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC) is environmental modification superior than medical management in preventing reoccurrence?
Clinical bottom line
Category of research question
Treatment
The number and type of study designs reviewed
16 papers were critically reviewed; 14 randomised trials and two case studies
Strength of evidence
Critical appraisal of the selected papers meeting the inclusion criteria collectively provide weak evidence in terms of their experimental design and implementation
Outcomes reported
There is weak evidence that any medication or environmental modification is successful in reducing the reoccurrence of FIC when compared to a placebo. Short-term use of amitriptyline can contribute to an increase in occurrence of FIC
Conclusion
In view of the strength of evidence and the outcomes from the studies the following conclusion is made; in cats with feline idiopathic cystitis there is weak evidence that environmental modification or medication are effective at preventing reoccurrence. Further research is required into the cause of FIC before comparisons on treatment options can be made, however, with the exception of short-term use of amitriptyline, environmental modification and systemic treatment of clinical signs did not contribute to an increase in occurrence of FIC
How to apply this evidence in practice
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