Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Management of peristomal tissue necrosis following prepubic urethrostomy in a cat.
- Journal:
- Veterinary and comparative orthopaedics and traumatology : V.C.O.T
- Year:
- 2012
- Authors:
- Jordan, C J et al.
- Affiliation:
- Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists · United Kingdom
- Species:
- cat
Abstract
This report describes the successful management of peristomal tissue necrosis following prepubic urethrostomy in a cat. The novel technique of temporary urethral ligation was used in combination with temporary tube cystostomy and vacuum assisted closure to allow for wound management prior to performing wound closure by utilization of a flank fold skin flap then definitive prepubic urethrostomy. Eleven month follow-up indicated excellent outcome with the cat having returned to normal behaviour apart from having adapted its posture to urinate.
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