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Hickory Hill Veterinary Services provides expert perineal urethrostomy (PU surgery) in Tampa for cats suffering from recurrent or severe urethral obstruction.
Perineal urethrostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a wider, permanent urethral opening to prevent recurrent blockage in male cats. The narrow penile urethra, which is prone to obstruction from urinary crystals, mucus plugs, or strictures, is removed and a new, wider stoma is created. PU surgery is recommended for cats that have experienced multiple urethral obstructions, have a stricture or permanent narrowing of the urethra, or have been unresponsive to medical management. When performed appropriately, PU dramatically reduces the risk of life-threatening urethral obstruction.
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Our veterinary team at Hickory Hill Veterinary Services provides thorough pre-surgical evaluation and expert PU surgery for cats with urethral disease.
Cats presenting with urethral obstruction are first stabilized with IV fluids, urinary catheterization to relieve the blockage, and correction of electrolyte abnormalities before surgery is scheduled.
Complete bloodwork, urinalysis, and radiographs are performed to assess kidney function and confirm the absence of correctable structural causes before PU is recommended.
Under general anesthesia, our veterinarian removes the narrow penile urethra and creates a wide, permanent stoma using the wider pelvic urethra. The procedure is performed with precision to minimize the risk of stricture formation post-operatively.
After surgery, your cat is monitored closely for urinary function. An e-collar is required to prevent licking. Dietary management with a urinary dissolution diet is recommended long-term to reduce recurrence of crystals and stones.
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Recurrent urethral obstruction in male cats is a life-threatening emergency. Each episode of obstruction damages kidney function and risks fatal electrolyte imbalances. PU surgery breaks this cycle.
PU surgery dramatically reduces the risk of recurrent urethral obstruction by creating a permanently wider opening. Most cats with recurrent blockage experience significant long-term relief after PU.
Cats that previously required repeated emergency hospitalizations can live normal, comfortable lives after successful PU surgery and appropriate dietary management.
Each obstruction episode damages the kidneys. PU breaks the cycle of repeated injury, helping preserve kidney function and extending your cat’s healthy lifespan.
Perineal urethrostomy is recommended for male cats with recurrent urethral obstruction, urethral stricture, or cases where medical management has failed to prevent repeated blockages. Our team at Hickory Hill Veterinary Services will evaluate your cat and discuss whether PU is appropriate.
PU surgery costs vary based on pre-surgical diagnostics, the complexity of the case, and post-operative care required. Hospital stay is typically 2–3 days. Call (813) 373-5924 for a personalized estimate.
If your cat is currently obstructed, contact us immediately for emergency care. For planned PU surgery, your cat will fast from midnight the night before. After surgery, use the e-collar provided, follow all dietary recommendations, and attend all follow-up appointments.
PU surgery treats and prevents recurrent urethral obstruction, urethral stricture, and chronic lower urinary tract disease causing repeated life-threatening blockages in male cats. It also helps preserve kidney function by preventing repeated obstruction episodes.
Call (813) 373-5924 or visit 326 W. Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL 33613. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am–6pm. For emergencies, call immediately.
Protect your cat from recurrent urethral obstruction with expert PU surgery in Tampa. Call (813) 373-5924 or visit 326 W. Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL 33613. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am–6pm.
