Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat urinary leakage after surgery treated with artificial sphincter
By Eayrs, M K & Moores, A L·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2021·Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Management of incontinence following pre-pubic urethrostomy in a cat using an artificial urethral sphincter.
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Plain-English summary
A 14-year-old male neutered domestic shorthair cat had been leaking urine for four years after a surgery to reroute his urethra. The cat showed signs of skin irritation and constant urine leakage, but tests showed no other health issues. To help with the incontinence, vets placed an artificial urethral sphincter, which was adjusted six weeks later. This treatment completely resolved the cat's leaking, and he returned to normal urinary function, maintaining his continence even five years later.
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Abstract
A 14-year-old male neutered domestic shorthair cat presented with a 4-year history of urinary incontinence following prepubic urethrostomy. Physical examination confirmed peristomal dermatitis, urine scalding and constant urine leakage. Haematology, serum biochemistry and urinalysis were unremarkable. Ultrasonography revealed a non-distended urinary bladder. An artificial urethral sphincter mechanism, with subsequent incremental inflation of the cuff 6 weeks later, resulted in complete resolution of clinical signs, return to normal urinary function and excellent quality of life. The cat was still continent at 5-year follow-up. Further studies including additional cases are required to highlight effectiveness and harms of the procedure.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33022766/