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      Urethral calculi (URC)



      • View:
        Lateral (male dogs only)

      • Defining characteristics:
        Mineral opacity detected in the region of the urethra

      • Common differential diagnoses:
        Urolithiasis, a possible artifact

      • Helpful additional data:
        Has there been hematuria or stranguria?Polyuria?

      • Commonly associated diagnostics:
        Consider *SignalCare MDB, consider abdominal ultrasound if available, consider urine culture, stone analysis

      • Commonly associated treatments:
        Consider urethral catheterization if obstructed, discuss surgical options, discuss diet change

      • Commonly associated home care:
        Based on primary

       

      *SignalCare MDB = CBC/Chemistry/Urinalysis/Thoracic ultrasound/Abdominal ultrasound