Abstract Objective To compare the use of intraoperative urethrocystoscopy with postoperative retrograde positive-contrast urethrocystography in male dogs undergoing open cystotomy for urolithiasis and evaluate efficacy as an alternative assessing complete urolith removal. Methods This retrospective matched case-control study included 54 that underwent between January 2018 July 2024. Intraoperative was performed 18 (case group), while contrast used 36 (control group). Completeness removal...

ABSTRACT Adjuvant chemotherapy is a well‐established treatment for large‐breed dogs with appendicular osteosarcoma; however, it unclear if improves outcomes in small‐breed due to limited focused studies. This retrospective study aimed investigate the oncologic of weighting less than 15 kg osteosarcoma that underwent curative resection or without postoperative adjuvant chemotherapy. Endpoints were time distant progression (TTDP) and overall survival (OS). Medical records from multiple...

Abstract OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to report the outcome and prognosis canine patients treated medically or surgically for rectal plasmacytomas identify factors associated with recurrence, mortality, progression multiple myeloma. METHODS databases 7 referral hospitals were reviewed. Kaplan-Meier method Cox proportional hazards analysis used determine association a range variables recurrence progression-free interval patients. RESULTS 20 dogs included. Nineteen cases surgically, 1...

To describe a structured approach to the development of mitral valve repair (MVR) program for dogs with myxomatous disease (MMVD) and document change in short term outcome over time. Clinical prospective study. Dogs (n = 132) MMVD undergoing MVR at single hospital. Using carefully multidisciplinary patient selection, surgical treatment, postoperative care that incorporated both "reflective" "deliberate" practice, we embarked on an alongside our pre-existing open heart surgery program. Data...

Objective The main aim of this study was to describe complications in dogs weighing < 20 kg treated for medial patellar luxation and determine risk factors associated with these complications. Materials Methods Medical records were reviewed cases grouped based on four techniques stabilization the tibial tuberosity transposition (TTT). Variables including animal signalment, clinical presentation, TTT technique, other concurrent surgical investigated. Multiple logistic regression used...

Case series summary Twenty-nine cats from different institutions with confirmed or highly suspected primary hyperaldosteronism treated by unilateral adrenalectomy were retrospectively included in this study. The most frequent clinical signs lethargy (n = 20; 69%) and neck ventroflexion 17; 59%). Hypokalaemia was present all cats, creatinine kinase elevated 15 documented 24. Hypertension frequently encountered 24; 89%). Preoperative treatment potassium supplementation 19; 66%), spironolactone...

Abstract Objective To compare complications of dogs treated with mandibular and sublingual sialoadenectomy for sialocele using a lateral (LAT) or ventral paramedian (VPM) approach. Study design Retrospective multicenter study. Animals Dogs (140) sialocele. Methods Medical records that underwent through LAT VPM approach from 2004 to 2020 were reviewed. Clinical histopathological findings analyzed the groups. Results Seventy included in each group. The most represented breed was crossbreed...

Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to describe the clinical features, prognostic factors, and outcomes in dogs with surgically treated salivary gland carcinoma. Study design Multi‐institutional retrospective case series. Animals Seventy‐two client‐owned from 16 institutions excised Methods Medical records undergoing sialoadenectomy January 1, 2000 2020 were reviewed for signalment, signs, preoperative staging results, mass evaluation, complications, histopathologic diagnosis,...

Abstract Visceral hemangiosarcomas (HSA) are rare in cats and typically associated with aggressive biologic behavior poor prognosis. A 4‐year‐old male neutered domestic shorthair cat was presented a 3‐month history of hematuria stranguria; ultrasonography identified large bladder mass. Complete excision achieved by partial cystectomy. Histopathology immunohistochemistry for von Willebrand factor confirmed HSA. The treated using adjuvant cyclophosphamide, thalidomide, meloxicam 8 months....

Computed tomography (CT) is commonly used in the staging of hepatic masses and for liver lobectomy planning. Mass location an important factor determining feasibility resection, including surgical technique likelihood complications. The objectives this retrospective descriptive cross-sectional, observer agreement, method comparison study were to assess reliability CT correctly division lobar site origin feline primary nonhematopoietic masses, compared with surgically confirmed locations....

Objectives To describe the clinical features and oncologic outcome for cats with primary rib tumours. Materials Methods Medical records surgically treated tumours from six veterinary referral centres were reviewed. Signalment, preoperative signs, reconstruction technique, surgical retrieved medical or by telephone interview owners and/or referring veterinarians. Results Of eight tumours, three had hemangiosarcoma, two osteosarcoma one cat each chondrosarcoma, osteochondroma osteoma. The size...

Abstract A 3‐month‐old, male, entire, domestic shorthair kitten underwent investigations for stranguria and haematuria, was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection secondary to suspected extramural vesicourachal diverticulum. Lower signs resolved 14‐day course of amoxicillin clavulanate. Three months later, the re‐presented investigation acute onset ventral abdominal discomfort bruising. On presentation, clinical examination revealed omphalitis subcutaneous bruising, no evidence an...

Abstract Objective To report outcomes of dogs treated for lung lobe torsion (LLT) and to determine prognostic factors survival. Study design Retrospective multicenter study from four veterinary teaching hospitals. Animals Dogs (n = 80) with LLT. Methods Medical records were reviewed clinical histopathological findings. Long‐term outcome was assessed an owner questionnaire. Lung classified as idiopathic or secondary on the basis etiology. Results The most represented breeds pugs (47.5%)...

To report complications and long-term outcomes after submucosal resections of benign malignant epithelial rectal masses.

A seven‐month‐old French Mastiff was scheduled to undergo exploratory laparotomy for the removal of gastric foreign bodies. Buprenorphine 20 μg/kg administered intravenously as preanaesthetic medication. Five minutes after injection, tachypnoea, dyspnoea, cyanosis and tachycardia developed; periorbital, labial lingual oedema were also noted. Anaesthesia induced with 4 mg/kg propofol, laryngeal visualisation revealed severe oedema. The trachea intubated a 6 mm endotracheal tube anaesthesia...

To evaluate ultrasound-guided placement of an anchor wire (AW) or injection methylene blue (MB) to aid in the intraoperative localization peripheral lymph nodes dogs and cats.125 10 cats with a total 171 lymphadenectomies.Medical records that underwent lymphadenectomies without (N) AW MB technique were reviewed. Data retrieved included clinical, surgical, histologic findings. The proportions successful lymphadenectomies, node characteristics, complications among 3 groups analyzed.143 (84%)...

Abstract Objective To determine and compare median sternotomy (MS) closure‐related complication rates using orthopedic wire or suture in dogs. Study design Multi‐institutional, retrospective observational study with treatment effect analysis. Animals 331 client‐owned dogs, of which 68 were excluded. Methods Medical records dogs MS examined across nine referral centers (2004–2020). Signalment, weight, clinical presentation, surgical details, complications, outcomes recorded. Follow‐up was...

Abstract OBJECTIVE To determine the mean diameter of main portal vein (PV) in healthy dogs by use CT angiography, identify any associations between PV and certain dog characteristics, validate a clinically valuable ratio for quantifying size PV. ANIMALS 100 with no hepatic, cardiac, or vascular anomalies that underwent abdominal angiography. PROCEDURES Diameters PV, aorta (Ao), caudal vena cava (CVC) were measured 2 observers at defined location on postcontrast angiographic images axial,...

Abstract Objective To describe the technique and outcomes after placement of sutures around sacrotuberous ligament during perineal hernia (PH) repair in dogs. Study design Retrospective single‐center study. Animals Dogs (n = 47) with PH. Methods Medical records dogs treated for PH between 2002 2020 were reviewed. included when had been placed ligament. Short‐term intraoperative postoperative complications recorded. Long‐term outcome was assessed a questionnaire completed by owners. Results...

To describe the clinical presentation, treatments, and long-term outcomes following cholecystectomy in cats.Clinical retrospective study.Twenty-three client-owned cats.Medical records of all cats undergoing between 2005 2021 at a single referral hospital were retrospectively reviewed. No excluded. An owner questionnaire assessed outcomes.Vomiting, jaundice, abdominal pain most common signs; median duration signs was 4 days (range 1-21). Cholelithiasis major indication for followed by...

Objectives The present study aimed to document the use of wound infusion catheter (WIC) following a variety surgical procedures in cats, investigating complications and risk factors associated with placement or local anaesthetic (LA) administration. Methods A retrospective, multicentric was performed. Medical databases eight veterinary referral hospitals from 2010 2021 were searched identify records cats where WICs used. Information regarding signalment, type surgery, size WIC placed, LA...

Summary Necrotising fasciitis is a rapidly progressive, aggressive bacterial infection of the subcutis associated with significant morbidity and mortality in both man domestic animals. To best our knowledge, this first veterinary report magnetic resonance imaging findings necrotising fasciitis, reported case dog to be successfully treated minimally invasive surgical intervention.

A 1.6‐year‐old male neutered domestic shorthair cat was presented after a road traffic accident with lethargy, anorexia, abdominal pain and inability to jump. On physical examination, space‐occupying lesion in the left flank detected. Investigations demonstrated cavitated fluid‐filled structure retroperitoneal space consistent paraureteral pseudocyst (urinoma) secondary ureteral rupture. Ventral midline exploratory laparotomy completed. The urinoma drained, damaged ureter ligated...