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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Jason Tarricone, DVM, DACVS, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Indications for Cystotomy in Dogs & Cats.” From stones to cystitis, Dr. Tarricone describes each condition, starting with presentation and ending with surgery. He also offers up plenty of useful surgical tips along the way—even for the procedures you probably won’t be performing (See: #4 Ectopic Ureters).
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Key Takeaways
If stone dissolution isn’t evident after 1-2 months, then it’s time to consider cystotomy to remove those bladder stones.
Masses nearer the trigone are more concerning for transitional cell carcinoma and may prompt at least surgical biopsy if not resectable; apical masses tend to be readily resectable.
Urinary bladder rupture is an emergency indication for cystotomy, often from blunt force trauma.
A dog who is constantly leaking urine (more common in females) may require cystotomy to address an ectopic ureter.
Cases of refractory cystitis may benefit from cystotomy to collect biopsies and samples for tissue culture.
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