Ureteral ectopia and urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence: an update on diagnosis and management options

The two leading causes of urinary incontinence in dogs are ureteral ectopia in juveniles and urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence in adults. While the accuracy of diagnosis of ectopic ureters has improved due to increased use of CT and/or cystoscopy, the diagnosis of urethral sphincter mechanis...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of small animal practice 2019-01, Vol.60 (1), p.3-17
1. Verfasser: Owen, L. J.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The two leading causes of urinary incontinence in dogs are ureteral ectopia in juveniles and urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence in adults. While the accuracy of diagnosis of ectopic ureters has improved due to increased use of CT and/or cystoscopy, the diagnosis of urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence largely remains one of exclusion. New treatment options have been developed for both conditions, which have reduced morbidity and mortality, although the rate of long‐term urinary continence has not significantly improved for either and neither has our understanding of the pathophysiology behind these failures. This review provides updates on the management of both of these conditions, with discussion of controversial areas and thoughts for future directions.
ISSN:0022-4510
1748-5827
DOI:10.1111/jsap.12950