22. Urethral Prolapse in Dogs Resection Anastomosis and Urethropexy

Assessment of Combined Resection-Anastomosis and Urethropexy in Dogs with Urethral Prolapse

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39235...

1. Which surgical technique was found to have a significantly lower recurrence rate in dogs with urethral prolapse?
A) Resection and anastomosis alone
B) Combined resection and anastomosis with urethropexy
C) Urethropexy alone
D) No difference was found between the techniques

2. What type of dog was overrepresented in the study of urethral prolapse?
A) Yorkshire terriers
B) German Shepherds
C) Labrador Retrievers
D) Brachycephalic breeds

3. What was the most common clinical sign observed in dogs with urethral prolapse?
A) Hemorrhage
B) Vomiting
C) Purulent discharge
D) Diarrhea

4. What factor, though not statistically significant, showed a trend suggesting a potential higher risk for postoperative recurrence of urethral prolapse?
A) Being sexually intact at the time of diagnosis
B) Undergoing surgery by a board certified surgeon
C) Being neutered before the initial diagnosis
D) Having a low body condition score

Answer Key:

1. B
2. D
3. A
4. C