Abstract
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) can progress to urethral obstruction, requiring surgical intervention. The aim of this study is to report on the clinical and surgical management of domestic cats with recurrent urethral obstruction. Urethral obstruction is an emergency urological disease in the routine veterinary clinic of dogs and cats, classified as one of the most critical diseases in felines that requires surgical intervention, especially when there are relapses in the patient’s clinical condition, most commonly in adult male cats on an inadequate diet. This study refers to a bibliographic research in which the online databases GOOGLE ACADEMIC, SciELO, PUBMED and PUBVET were used. Felines have a tendency to form crystals, uroliths, since they have a lot of urine retention causing urethral obstructions. Penectomy followed by urethrostomy is the surgical technique of choice for the treatment of recurrent obstructions in felines, allowing the restoration of urinary flow in patients who do not show improvement with clinical therapy. Although this surgery is generally considered safe, it is important to be aware of the possible complications. The most common complications include urethral stricture, infections and difficulties in healing, which can impact long-term results. The prognosis of the disease varies according to the degree of involvement of the patient as well as according to the systemic changes caused by uremia, electrolyte and acid-base imbalance. Simple attitudes, such as making clean, fresh water available in your environment, are very important as adjuvant tools for disease prevention.
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