Breakthrough Phage Therapy Successfully Treats Antibiotic-Resistant Infection in Cat

Israeli researchers use personalized bacteriophage therapy to heal severe infection in a Siamese cat, opening new avenues for veterinary medicine.

Squeaks the cat recovered from a chronic infection after a high-rise fall and multiple surgeries.
The infection persisted despite four months of various antibiotic treatments.
Researchers used a combination of phage therapy and antibiotics to target the specific bacteria causing the infection.
The treatment was primarily administered at home by the cat's owners, demonstrating its practicality.
This success highlights the potential of personalized phage therapy to treat antibiotic-resistant infections in pets.