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Endoscopic Laser-Ablation For The Treatment Of Orthotopic And Ectopic Ureteroceles In Dogs: 13 Cases (2008-2017)., Cleo P. Rogatko, Allyson C. Berent, Larry G. Adams, Chick W. Weisse, Demetrius H. Bagley
Endoscopic Laser-Ablation For The Treatment Of Orthotopic And Ectopic Ureteroceles In Dogs: 13 Cases (2008-2017)., Cleo P. Rogatko, Allyson C. Berent, Larry G. Adams, Chick W. Weisse, Demetrius H. Bagley
Department of Urology Faculty Papers
BACKGROUND: Ureteroceles are a rare condition in dogs in which conventional treatments can result in substantial morbidity. Cystoscopic and fluoroscopic-guided laser ablation (CLA) of ureteroceles can successfully relieve obstruction.
OBJECTIVES: To describe the technique and outcomes of attempting CLA for treatment of ureteroceles in dogs.
ANIMALS: Thirteen client-owned dogs that underwent CLA for treatment of ureteroceles.
METHODS: Retrospective multicentered study. Medical records were reviewed in all dogs that underwent CLA for ureterocele(s). A laser was used to extend the opening of the ureteral orifice (UO) unless surgical conversion was necessary. Data collected included signalment, clinicopathologic data, imaging, procedural findings, complications, …