Urethral Obstruction - 10 May 2024

This workshop will cover the indications for and surgical techniques of urethrotomy and urethrostomy in the dog. 

Lunch and refreshments provided. 

Course Description

This workshop will cover the indications for and surgical techniques of urethrotomy and urethrostomy in the dog. Urethral obstruction in dogs, often due to calculi, is a common presentation in small animal practice and prompt, correct surgical management is essential for a successful outcome. By the end of the course delegates should have the knowledge to decide the most appropriate treatment for a urethral obstruction and to perform a urethrotomy or a scrotal urethrostomy.

 

Learning Outcomes

• Assess and stabilise small animal patients suffering from urethral obstruction
• Select and persorm appropriate imaging studies to make an accurate diagnosis for thecause of the obstruction
• Using clinical reasoning select the most appropriate intervention for mangement of the obstruction
• Practice these surgical techniques in the lab session

 

Speaker:

Rachel Burrow BVetMed CertSAS CertVR DipECVS MRCVS

  

This workshop is suitable for vets in first opinion practice wishing to refresh and improve their skills or those working towards an RCVS CertAVP.

 

To book your place online now, click the ‘Book Course’ button at the top of this page. Alternatively, to pay by cheque, please complete a Booking Form and return to us.