Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat urinary blockage from cancer treated with urethral stent
By Christensen, N I et al.Ā·Published in Australian veterinary journalĀ·2010Ā·Veterinary Specialist Centre, United KingdomĀ·View original on PubMed ā
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Original publication title: Fluoroscopic stent placement for the relief of malignant urethral obstruction in a cat.
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- cat
Plain-English summary
A female cat with a urinary blockage due to cancer was treated with a special stent to help relieve the obstruction. This type of stent is designed to expand and keep the urethra open, allowing urine to flow more easily. This case is notable because it's one of the first times this specific stent has been used in a cat. The treatment aimed to improve the cat's comfort and urinary function, and it shows promise for similar cases in the future.
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Abstract
The clinical features and interventional therapy in the case of a female cat with urinary tract obstruction secondary to neoplasia are presented. This form of neoplasia in cats is rare and therapeutic intervention to relieve urinary tract obstruction caused by malignancy has been described only once. This is the first report of a self-expandable metallic stent placed in a feline urethra to relieve obstruction caused by malignancy and the first report of the use of a unique composite metallic stent (Platinol™) in a cat. In conclusion, the palliative stenting of the feline urethra may be a valid therapeutic intervention for malignancies. Further studies are required to determine the optimal size and type of stent that will provide the greatest benefit.
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