Chronic kidney disease is a term used when kidney function has been impaired for a long period of time. This condition is often referred to as uremic syndrome. Common in older cats. Though chronic kidney disease is not curable, it is often controllable. Many pets can live reasonably normal lives when properly managed in a cooperative effort between owner and Vet.
Laboratory tests are necessary for diagnosis and evaluation of the response to treatment.
Usually this is done in the hospital. When the values of the kidney function tests are more normal, treatment can continue at home. A food low in protein and salt and high in non-protein calories is the diet of choice. Provide ready access to clean, fresh water at all times. The cause of the problem must also be treated, eg infections with antibiotics, obstructions by surgery.