Incontinence Flashcards
1
Q
What does a large residual volume suggest?
A
Detrusor hypocontractility
Outflow resistance
2
Q
What breeds have increased incidence of ectopic ureters?
A
Labs, Goldens, Huskys
3
Q
What are dogs with ectopic ureters prone to?
A
UTIs
4
Q
What is USMI common in?
A
Large breed, spayed female dogs
5
Q
What are the two options for treating USMI?
A
Phenylpropanolamine and estrogens
6
Q
What does lower motor neuron bladder cause?
A
A large bladder that is easily expressed
7
Q
What does upper motor neuron bladder cause?
A
Enlarged bladder that is difficult to express
8
Q
What does detrusor atony occur after?
A
Bladder becomes markedly distended due to a mechanical or functional outflow obstruction
9
Q
How is detrusor atony managed?
A
Indwelling catheter
Bethanechol - stimulates detrusor contractions
