Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Uroliths in dogs and cats causing urinary blockages and treatment
By Bartges, Joseph W & Callens, Amanda J·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2015·Cornell University Veterinary Specialists, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Urolithiasis.
Plain-English summary
A dog or cat with bladder stones (uroliths) can show symptoms like straining to urinate, blood in the urine, or frequent trips to the litter box. These stones can be dangerous, especially if they block the urethra, leading to serious health issues. Some types of stones, like struvite or urate, can be treated with medication to dissolve them, while others, like calcium oxalate, cannot. It's important for pet owners to consult their veterinarian for the best treatment options based on the type of stones their pet has.
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Abstract
Uroliths occur commonly in the bladder and/or urethra of dogs and cats and can be life-threatening if urethral obstruction occurs. The majority of uroliths are composed of struvite or calcium oxalate; however, other minerals such as urate and cystine occur. Uroliths may be composed of more than one mineral. Some uroliths are amenable to medical dissolution (eg, struvite, urate, and cystine) while others (eg, calcium oxalate) are not. Medical management involves decreasing urine saturation for the minerals that form uroliths.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26002797/