Estudo retrospectivo da doença do trato urinário inferior de felinos no Hospital Veterinário da Universidade Federal de Campina Grande no período de 2010 a 2016.

Abstract

Retrospective study of feline lower urinary tract disease at the Veterinary Hospital of the Federal University of Campina Grande from 2010 to 2016. Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) encompasses several conditions that affect cats’ bladder and urethra, producing some clinical signs such as hematuria, dysuria, strangury, polyduria, periury, escuria, behavioral changes and urethral obstruction. Due to the high incidence of diagnosed cases of the disease in the semi-arid region of Paraiba, the objective of this study was to conduct a retrospective survey of cats affected by FLUTD at the Veterinary Hospital (HV), Federal University of Campina Grande, Patos-PB, in the years 2010 to 2016, and to clarify the main clinical and laboratorial aspects of the disease. After organizing and analyzing the records filed at the Small Animals Clinic (CMPA) of the HV it was verified that in some cases, cats showed abnormalities of the urinary tract, but the etiology could not be determined. 237 cases of the disease were observed, with three deaths (1,3%). The highest occurrence was observed in 2012, with a total of 60 cases (25%). High consumption of dry feed, little water intake and anuria prevailed in the records of anamneses. Hematological examinations showed leukocytosis with neutrophilia, but no changes were observed in the red series. Biochemical analyzes demonstrated elevated serum concentrations of urea and creatinine. When investigating data on urinalysis, physical and chemical evaluation showed hematuria and alkaline pH values; In sediment examination, a high number of red blood cells and leukocytes were detected per field, as well as triple phosphate crystals. Ultrasonography revealed the presence of crystals, stones and/or debris and topographic changes of the bladder. We conclude that the survey between the years 2010 and 2016 presents high casuistic, with low mortality and high morbidity in cats. Leukogram, serum biochemistry, urinalysis and ultrasonography should be requested, as they make it possible to diagnose FLUTD. However, it is necessary that Veterinarians guide owners regarding the nutritional and environmental management for their pets.