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  • Title: Canine calcium oxalate urolithiasis. Case-based applications of therapeutic principles.
    Author: Lulich JP, Osborne CA, Lekcharoensuk C, Allen TA, Nakagawa Y.
    Journal: Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract; 1999 Jan; 29(1):123-39. PubMed ID: 10028155.
    Abstract:
    The case study presented here illustrates the diagnosis and management of calcium oxalate urolithiasis in a Bichon Frise, a breed at increased risk for this type of stone. If the Bichon Frise had persistent hypercalcemia, we would have evaluated serum concentrations of ionized calcium, parathyroid hormone, and vitamin D to identify an underlying cause. Because his urine was alkaline, additional potassium citrate was not provided. Likewise, as a fortified diet was fed to him, vitamin B6 therapy was not considered. This case study illustrates the benefits of radiographic evaluation immediately following surgery and during follow-up examinations. If we had postponed radiographs until the patient developed clinical signs, additional surgical procedures may have been required.
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