Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Treatment options for fungal urinary tract infections in dogs and cats
By Weese, J Scott & Weese, Heather E·Published in Research in veterinary science·2025·Ontario Veterinary College, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Treatment of fungal urinary tract disease in dogs and cats: a scoping review.
Plain-English summary
A group of dogs and cats with fungal urinary tract infections, which can cause symptoms like frequent urination and discomfort, were treated with various antifungal medications. Although the studies reviewed showed different treatment methods and outcomes, there isn't enough solid evidence to determine the best approach. This condition is rare, and more research is needed to create effective treatment guidelines. If your pet shows signs of urinary issues, it's important to consult your veterinarian for the best care options.
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Abstract
Fungal urinary tract disease has been poorly studied in veterinary medicine. While it is an uncommon condition, identification of fungal cystitis or pyelonephritis raises many clinical questions about optimal management practices. To better understand optimal management approaches and inform guideline development, a scoping review was to identify available evidence pertaining to treatment of fungal urinary tract disease in dogs and cats. After de-duplication and relevance screening, 28 studies were included in the synthesis). Twenty-six (93 %) were single case reports and 2 (7.1 %) were case series' describing fungal infections in 16 (62 %) dogs and 10 (38 %) cats. Antifungal treatment of cystitis, pyelonephritis, funguria and fungal balls was described, with variable drugs and regimens. Varied treatment approaches and outcomes have been reported, but controlled trials are lacking. In lieu of that, larger and more structured multicentre observational studies are needed to better understand treatment approaches and inform evidence-based guidelines.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40412345/