Diagnosis and treatment of urethral obstruction in a cat (clinical case)

Urinary tract obstruction in cats retains the status of urgent conditions and is associated with a high risk of complications and mortality, therefore, the study of methods of diagnostic and therapeutic measures for this disease is relevant. To develop optimal methods of treatment and prevention of urethral obstruction in cats, a comprehensive examination of a sick animal is necessary, including: anamnesis collection, clinical examination, laboratory tests of urine and blood, ultrasound diagnostics. Surgical treatment of urethral obstruction is the optimal method for negative results of medical treatment, frequent recurrence. The surgical operation restores the patency of the urinary tract and improves the life quality of the animal. To reduce the risk of urethral obstruction in a cat, it is necessary to provide regular medical examinations (urine analysis; general blood analysis; biochemical blood assay; ultrasound) and optimal nutrition conditions, taking into account age, physiological condition and physical activity.