Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association · 2005 · 71 citations · 38 references
Veterinary MedicineVeterinary MicrobiologyVeterinary PathologyCompanion Animal EpidemiologyDiagnostic MicrobiologyVeterinary Parasitic DiseasesAnimal Infectious DiseasesUrinary Tract InfectionsVeterinary BacteriologyVeterinary Diagnostic MicrobiologyVeterinary MycologyAnimal Fungal DiseaseAnimal Fungal PathogensCandida Albicans InfectionFungal Infections In Companion AnimalsLower Urinary Tract DiseaseRetrospective Case StudyUrinary Tract DisordersVeterinary Antifungal Therapy
Thirty-five animals (23 dogs, 12 cats) with fungal urinary tract infections (UTIs) were retrospectively studied. Dysuria, hematuria, increased frequency of micturition, anorexia, depression, and pyrexia were the most common clinical signs noted. Seven species of fungi were identified in the affected animals. Candida albicans was the most common isolate. Most animals diagnosed with fungal UTI also had other concurrent urinary tract or medical problems. Lower urinary tract diseases, diabetes mellitus, neoplasia, and renal failure were the most common concurrent or preceding diseases identified. Resolution of fungal UTI occurred in 12 animals that received specific antifungal treatment.
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