Urethrastomy in a Bitch

Abstract

In a bitch, urethrastomy was carried out under anesthesia induced by intravenous injection with 0.5 ml/kg of pentobarbital sodium (Nembutal).
The animal was laid on its back with the pelvis raised. The skin in front of the pubis was shaved and disinfected. A catheter was inserted into the urethra beyond the bladder. An incision 4-5cm long was made on the median line in an anteroposterior direction 2cm from the edge of the pubis. The urethra was reached by the aid of the catheter introduced into the urethra. The urethral wall was incised, with the mucous membrane grasped by Pean's forceps, and sutured to the skin with silk thread. Button suture was applied to the remainder of the wound on the skin.