Biomedical subjects

D R Waldron

Publications and source records attributed to D R Waldron.

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Inadvertent prostatectomy as a complication of cryptorchidectomy in four dogs.

Inadvertent prostatectomy was identified as a complication of cryptorchidectomy in four dogs. Surgical correction of the resulting urethral trauma was attempted in each case. One case was euthanized due to a poor prognosis for recovery. Three cases survived without clinical evidence of urinary incontinence. Inadvertent prostatectomy during cryptorchidectomy may be avoided by adequate surgical exposure and proper identification of the abdominally retained testicle.

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The effects of indwelling transurethral catheterization and tube cystostomy on urethral anastomoses in dogs.

The influence of urinary diversion procedures on urethral healing was studied in 15 male dogs following transection and anastomosis of the intrapelvic portions of their urethras. Dogs were randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups and had urine diverted from the surgical site by indwelling transurethral catheter, cystostomy catheter, or a combination of transurethral catheter and cystostomy catheter. There were no statistically significant differences in urethral healing when considering the different diversion methods, based on clinical, radiographic, and urodynamic parameters evaluated.

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Ectopic ureter surgery and its problems.

The incidence of ectopic ureter in companion animals is low. The most common clinical sign is urinary incontinence. Many animals with ectopic ureters have other urinary tract abnormalities that may contribute to urinary incontinence. A properly performed excretory urographic study in combination with pneumocystography is most likely to confirm the diagnosis and can demonstrate ureteral morphology. Surgical treatment options for ectopic ureter are varied and should be aimed at preserving the effected ureter and kidney. Common complications of surgery are hydroureter and hydronephrosis. These complications may be minimized with proper surgical technique. Medical therapy has been used successfully to control continued urinary incontinence following surgery.

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