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Urethral obstruction can be caused by feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), spasm, urethral plugs, stones, neoplasia or strictures. Affected cats usually have a history of stranguria, dysuria, pollakiuria, and/or haematuria. This chapter considers clinical signs, diagnosis, initial assessment and therapy, relieving the obstruction, catheter choice, aftercare, unsuccessful catheterization and relief without catheterization. Quick reference guides: Approach to hyperkalaemia; Relief of urethral obstruction in a tomcat; Urinalysis; Cystocentesis.
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