Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 16, Issue 3 , Pages 183-185, July 2007

Urethral Plug in a Rat (Rattus norvegicus)

  • Daniel V. Lejnieks, DVM

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Daniel V. Lejnieks, DVM, Bird and Exotic Clinic of Seattle, 4019 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103.

Bird and Exotic Clinic of Seattle, Seattle, WA 98103 USA.

Abstract 

Urethral plugs are a common finding in domestic rats. These plugs are generally comprised of proteinacious material and sperm. Although common, urethral plugs have not been previously associated with pathology. This case describes a large urethral plug as the causative agent of total urinary obstruction in a rat.

Key words: castration, obstruction, rat, Rattus norvegicus, urethral plug, urinary

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PII: S1557-5063(07)00090-0

doi:10.1053/j.jepm.2007.06.007

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 16, Issue 3 , Pages 183-185, July 2007

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