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Unilateral nephrectomy in a juvenile llama
L Van Hoogmoed1, J R Snyder, G Roberts
1Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, University of California, Davis 95616, USA.
Veterinary Surgery : VS
|December 5, 1997
Summary
This study details diagnosing and surgically treating ectopic ureters in a llama. Unilateral nephrectomy successfully resolved urinary incontinence, highlighting CT scan
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Comparative Urology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Ectopic ureters are a congenital anomaly where the ureter does not enter the bladder normally.
- Urinary incontinence is a common clinical sign associated with ectopic ureters in various species.
- Llamas, as camelids, present unique challenges in diagnosing and managing congenital urinary tract abnormalities.
Observation:
- A nine-month-old female llama presented with clinical signs suggestive of urinary incontinence.
- Diagnostic imaging, including computed tomography (CT) and excretory ureterography, was employed to identify the ectopic ureter's precise location.
- Surgical intervention was planned based on the diagnostic findings.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) proved highly effective in confirming the presence and pinpointing the terminal location of the ectopic ureter.
- Excretory ureterography further aided in delineating the abnormal urinary tract anatomy.
- Surgical management consisted of a unilateral nephrectomy to address the ectopic ureter.
Implications:
- Computed tomography (CT) is a valuable diagnostic tool for ectopic ureters in llamas.
- Unilateral nephrectomy is a viable surgical option for correcting ectopic ureters and resolving urinary incontinence in affected llamas.
- This case contributes to the understanding of congenital urinary tract anomalies in camelids.