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Prostatic carcinoma causing urethral obstruction and obstipation in a cat.
Bruce E LeRoy1, Margaret E Lech
1Department of Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, 501 DW Brooks Drive, Athens, GA 30602-7388, USA.
Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery
|November 18, 2004
Summary
A rare prostatic carcinoma in a 9-year-old cat caused severe urinary obstruction and defecation issues. This case highlights the challenges of diagnosing and treating advanced feline prostatic cancer.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Oncology
- Urology
Background:
- Prostatic carcinoma is an uncommon malignancy in cats.
- Clinical signs often include lower urinary tract signs and gastrointestinal disturbances.
Observation:
- A 9-year-old intact male cat presented with vomiting and straining to defecate.
- A palpable abdominal mass was noted, with a distended urinary bladder.
- Exploratory laparotomy identified a mass compressing the colon and urethra.
Findings:
- The mass was surgically removed, and the urethra was transected.
- Urinary diversion was achieved by marsupializing the bladder to the abdominal wall.
- Histopathology confirmed the mass as prostatic carcinoma.
Implications:
- This is the first reported case of feline prostatic carcinoma causing urethral obstruction and obstipation.
- The findings underscore the importance of considering prostatic neoplasia in cats with obstructive symptoms.
- Advanced prostatic cancer in cats carries a poor prognosis, even with surgical intervention.