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Adam Mordecai1, Julius M Liptak, Tamara Hofstede

  • 1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, P.O. Box 646610, Pullman, Washington 99164-6610, USA.

Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
|March 5, 2008
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This case report details a rare feline prostatic abscess, presenting symptoms like vomiting and constipation. Early surgical intervention led to a successful recovery, highlighting the importance of prompt veterinary care for this uncommon condition.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Small Animal Surgery
  • Feline Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Prostatic diseases are uncommon in cats compared to dogs.
  • Abscess formation in the feline prostate has not been previously documented.
  • This case highlights a rare presentation of prostatic disease in a domestic shorthair cat.

Observation:

  • A 6-year-old male castrated domestic shorthair cat presented with lethargy, vomiting, anorexia, and constipation.
  • Physical examination revealed an elevated body temperature and an extramural colonic mass.
  • Abdominal ultrasonography identified a hypoechoic mass caudal to the bladder.

Findings:

  • Cytological evaluation of a fine-needle aspirate confirmed a prostatic abscess.
  • Abdominal celiotomy and prostatic omentalization were performed.

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  • Surgical intervention successfully resolved the cat's clinical signs.

    • Implications:

    • Feline prostatic abscessation, though rare, is a treatable condition.
    • Early diagnosis and appropriate surgical management are crucial for a positive outcome.
    • This report expands the understanding of feline prostatic diseases and surgical possibilities.