Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with struvite crystals and urinary tract signs over 2 years
By Bell, E T & Lulich, J P·Published in Australian veterinary journal·2015·Faculty of Veterinary Science, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Marked struvite crystalluria and its association with lower urinary tract signs in a cat with feline idiopathic cystitis.
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- cat
Plain-English summary
A cat with feline idiopathic cystitis (a condition causing bladder inflammation) was found to have a large amount of struvite crystals in its bladder, which coincided with signs of lower urinary tract issues like frequent urination and discomfort over two years. While struvite crystals are often thought to be harmless, this case suggests they may be linked to the cat's ongoing urinary problems. It's recommended that cats showing signs of urinary distress undergo imaging to better assess their condition.
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Abstract
CASE REPORT: We describe a case of a large amount of mineralised material, presumed to be struvite crystals, within the urinary bladder of a cat with feline idiopathic cystitis. The presence of this material coincided with episodes of lower urinary tract signs in this cat over a 2-year period. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Although struvite crystalluria is widely considered to be clinically insignificant, this generalisation may not be true for all cats with lower urinary tract disease. Imaging of the urinary tract is recommended in all cats with lower urinary tract signs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26313212/