Sedação em felinos machos com doença do trato urinário inferior e obstrução uretral : revisão de literatura

Abstract

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease comprises one of the most common diagnoses in feline medicine, with a complex and multifactorial etiology. Among its causes, male urethral obstruction has a high incidence in clinical practice. This obstructive condition is of an emergent nature and requires prompt intervention due to concurrent alterations such as electrolyte imbalances, azotemia, dehydration, and nephropathies. These factors can worsen the prognosis and lead to patient mortality. The correct approach in cases of urethral obstruction is challenging, and proper management of the feline patient can be crucial for treatment success. Thus, the use of appropriate anesthetic protocols is of paramount importance for both the deobstruction and stabilization. This work aims to review the literature on male feline urethral obstruction with a focus on the necessary anesthetic protocols and procedures for its therapeutic approach.