Cystotomy

Cystotomy is a surgical procedure in which an incision is made into the dog's urinary bladder. The procedure can be done for many reasons, the most common being to facilitate removal of bladder and urethral stones.

When is a cystotomy needed?

Cystotomy is most commonly performed to remove bladder stones. Signs include straining to urinate, frequent urination, blood in the urine and accidents in the house. A pet that cannot urinate at all is an emergency, so call us immediately.

After surgery

X-rays or ultrasound confirm the stones. Removed stones are usually sent for analysis so your veterinarian can recommend a diet or treatment plan to help prevent them from coming back.

Cystotomy at Top Vet MX in Tijuana

Top Vet MX, also known as Best Vet MX, is an American-owned veterinary hospital in Tijuana that follows standards in line with those of the United States and serves pet owners from San Diego and across Southern California. Services are by appointment: call or text +1-877-787-7728 to talk about your pet. We also handle transportation of your pet to and from our hospital, so you can stay in San Diego. To share your pet's history ahead of time, complete our medical history form.

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