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Urinary bladder fibromas in dogs: 51 cases (1981-1985)
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|February 15, 1987
Summary
Urinary bladder fibromas in dogs commonly cause hematuria but surgical removal often leads to recovery. Some cases may require ongoing management for persistent or recurring bladder issues.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Canine Urology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Urinary bladder fibromas are uncommon neoplasms in dogs.
- Hematuria is a frequent clinical sign associated with these tumors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the clinical presentation, treatment, and outcomes of urinary bladder fibromas in dogs.
- To evaluate the efficacy of surgical excision for canine urinary bladder fibromas.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 51 dogs diagnosed with urinary bladder fibromas between 1981 and 1985.
- Review of clinical signs, diagnostic findings, surgical procedures, and patient outcomes.
Main Results:
- Fifty-one dogs were diagnosed with urinary bladder fibromas.
- Hematuria was observed in 47 out of 50 cases, representing the most common clinical sign.
- Most dogs experienced rapid resolution of hematuria following surgical excision, with prolonged disease-free intervals.
Conclusions:
- Surgical excision is an effective treatment for most canine urinary bladder fibromas, leading to significant symptom resolution.
- A small subset of dogs may experience persistent or recurrent clinical problems, including bladder dysfunction, necessitating further management.
- Urinary bladder fibromas in dogs are generally manageable with surgical intervention, though monitoring is advised.