Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Coccygeal epidural eases catheter use and pain in male cats
By O'Hearn, Angela K & Wright, Bonnie D·Published in Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)·2011·Fort Collins Veterinary Emergency Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Coccygeal epidural with local anesthetic for catheterization and pain management in the treatment of feline urethral obstruction.
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Plain-English summary
A male cat with a urethral obstruction was treated using a coccygeal epidural injection of local anesthetic, which helped relieve pain and allowed for catheterization without the need for general anesthesia. This method is significant because it reduces the risk of complications associated with anesthesia while effectively managing pain during the unblocking process. The technique proved safe and effective, providing relief for the cat during treatment.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe the technique for performing a coccygeal epidural injection of local anesthetic to facilitate catheterization in male cats with urethral obstructions using low-dose sedation. SIGNIFICANCE: Prompt diagnosis and relief of urethral obstructions is important as many cats may have developed marked metabolic abnormalities at the time of presentation. General anesthesia in these patients may be associated with significant risk for complications. Pain management is also an essential treatment goal, and this technique relieves urethral and penile pain during the unblocking process. CONCLUSION: Coccygeal epidurals can be used safely to provide analgesia to the penis and urethra and to the authors' knowledge, is a novel treatment modality to aid in the relief of urethral obstructions in male cats.
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