A perineal urethrostomy (sometimes referred to as a PU) is a surgical procedure that is most commonly performed on male cats with a urinary obstruction. This procedure removes the narrowest part of the urethra (the tube that transports the urine from the bladder to the exterior of the body), allowing easier urination along with a lower risk of ...

2022年12月16日 · Here’s everything you need to know about PU surgery in cats — from pre-op preparation to post-op care. I have two cats: Bob and Linda, a bonded pair I adopted in 2017. While Linda has experienced very few health issues, Bob has had no shortage of them, including multiple episodes of stress-induced conjunctivitis and two complete urinary blockages.

2015年11月11日 · Perineal urethrostomy is a surgical method for alleviating urethral obstruction in cats with complicated or recurrent obstructive feline lower urinary tract disease.

2021年7月28日 · A perineal urethrostomy (PU) in cats is a surgery performed when a recurrent urethral stricture (tightening) or blockage will not allow the passage of urine from the bladder. In male cats, the rule for recurrent obstructions is that if it happens two or more times, a perineal urethrostomy should be considered to help avoid obstruction in the ...

However, long-term outcome of perineal urethrostomy in cats with feline lower urinary tract disease has only been described in studies with relatively few cats. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the long-term prognosis, recurrent episodes, quality of life and survival times in cats with feline lower urinary tract disease who ...

2 天之前 · The goal of PU surgery in cats is to create a wider, shorter opening for the urethra in the perineal area (the region between the anus and the scrotum). This is achieved by surgically rerouting the urethra and attaching it to the skin. By widening the opening, the procedure significantly reduces the likelihood of future urethral obstructions ...

2021年1月18日 · If your cat repeatedly has problems urinating, your veterinarian may recommend your cat get a perineal urethrostomy. Here's everything you need to know about PU surgery in cats and how it could help get their urinary system back on track. Why Would My Cat Need a Perineal Urethrostomy?

2024年3月25日 · A perineal urethrostomy (PU) in cats involves making a new exit for the urethra, shortening the pathway that urine must travel to leave the body, and removing the part of the urethra that is the narrowest. In this article, our vet experts explain all there is …

Perineal urethrostomy; perineal approach: The perineal urethra is the location of choice for urethrostomy in cats. It is a convenient location for surgical manipulation, the urethral diameter will accommodate passage of most urethral calculi and there is less urine scald postoperatively.

2021年4月6日 · Perineal urethrostomy (aka a PU procedure) is a surgical method for alleviating urethral obstruction in cats with complicated or recurrent obstructive feline lower urinary tract disease.