What happens if my cat has repeated FLUTD / FUS blockage?
Male cats, in particular, are prime candidates for repeat blockage. Sometimes, there may be an accumulation of scar tissue along the urethral wall, which causes a permanent narrowing of the canal. These cats may be candidates for a surgery called “Perineal Urethrostomy,” which enlarges the urethral opening by shortening the male penis and urethra to create a wider urine canal. Surgery should always be a last resort, and once cats have had this surgery, they are more prone to urinary tract infections because of the shorter distance from the anus to the new urethral opening; however, since total blockage is a life-and-death situation, be sure to discuss this treatment with your veterinarian if your male cat has continued serious problems with FUS.
