Diagnosis and treatment of urolithiasis in a Toy Poodle dog

Guntari Titik Mulyani ¹, Agung Budi Pramono ², Tri Wahyu Pangestiningsih ³

⁰Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

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April 29, 2024

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Summary

This case report details a Toy Poodle diagnosed with silica urolithiasis, a serious urinary tract condition. Surgical removal of the bladder stone led to a successful recovery, with the dog urinating normally post-operation.

Area Of Science

Veterinary Medicine
Canine Urology
Nephrology

Background

Urolithiasis in dogs involves mineral crystal formation in the urinary tract, potentially leading to fatal outcomes if misdiagnosed or mistreated.
Common canine uroliths include phosphates, oxalates, urates, cystine, carbonates, and silica.
Accurate diagnosis and timely intervention are critical for managing canine urolithiasis.

Observation

A 2-year-old, 4.2 kg male Toy Poodle presented with a 2-month history of hematuria, stranguria, and oliguria, progressing to decreased appetite.
Physical examination revealed dehydration, prolonged capillary refill time, painful urination, and a palpable distended urinary bladder.
Ultrasound confirmed urinary bladder uroliths with acoustic shadowing; hematological tests showed decreased hematocrit and erythrocytes, and increased leukocytes.

Findings

The Toy Poodle was diagnosed with silica urolithiasis of the urinary bladder.
A cystotomy was successfully performed to remove a large urolith from the urinary bladder.
Postoperative treatment included ceftriaxone and vitamin B-complex, facilitating healing.

Implications

This case highlights the successful surgical management of silica urolithiasis in a Toy Poodle.
Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in canine urolithiasis.
Effective postoperative care, including antibiotics and supportive vitamins, aids recovery and prevents complications.

Keywords:

Cystotomy Male dog Silica urolith Toy Poodle Urolithiasis