Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
New laser and shock wave treatments for dog urinary stones
By Lulich, Jody P et al.·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2009·Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Changing paradigms in the treatment of uroliths by lithotripsy.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog with urinary stones, or uroliths, often experiences painful urination and may have blood in their urine. Traditionally, surgery was the go-to treatment for removing these stones, but new methods like laser lithotripsy and shock wave lithotripsy are changing how vets approach this issue. These minimally invasive techniques can effectively break up the stones without the need for major surgery, making recovery easier for the pet. Many dogs are now benefiting from these advanced treatments and experiencing relief from their symptoms.
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Abstract
Surgery remains a common procedure for removal of uroliths from the lower urinary tract of dogs. Incorporation of intracorporeal laser lithotripsy and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy has provided impetus for a paradigm shift in the way veterinarians manage urinary stones, however. These minimally invasive techniques provide a successful alternative to surgical urolith extraction.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19038656/