Abstract

Pulmonary Objective: To describe a novel modified preputial urethrostomy in 4 dogs Study design: Short case series Animals: Four male dogs treated by the modified preputial urethrostomy, 3 because of urethral stenosis and 1 because of severe complications following perineal urethrostomy

Methods: Four dogs were presented for dysuria and urinary obstruction secondary to urethral stenosis or tear. Obstruction was treated with a novel modified preputial urethrostomy.

Results: Four dogs had resolution of dysuria with a modified preputial urethrostomy without penile amputation. None of the dogs presented signs of dysuria, urinary tract infection or dermatitis postoperatively. Two dogs showed signs of urinary incontinence 15 days and 1 month postoperatively.

Conclusion: The modified preputial urethrostomy resulted in a favorable prognosis and may be an alternative to prepubic urethrostomy in male dogs.of the metabolizing tissues.