Association of abdominal effusion with a single decompressive cystocentesis prior to catheterization in male cats with urethral obstruction

Abstract

A single decompressive cystocentesis prior to catheterization did not lead to development of clinically significant abdominal effusion or other discernable complications and appears to be a safe procedure in this population of patients. Abdominal effusion may be found at presentation in cats with urethral obstruction. The significance of this effusion remains to be determined.