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Cystinuria Type III · Androgen-dependent cystinuria · Cystinurie Typ III · Type III Cystinuria · Cystine urolithiasis Type III · Cystinuria Type 3 Variant 1 · Cystinurie Typ 3 · Cystinurie Typ III Bulldogge
Cystinuria type III is an inherited metabolic kidney disorder where the kidneys fail to reabsorb the amino acid cystine, which is a building block of proteins, back into the bloodstream. Instead, this substance accumulates in the urine, where it can crystallize. These crystals eventually clump together to form painful stones within the bladder or kidneys.
Owners typically notice symptoms in adult dogs, particularly males, which include blood in the urine, straining to urinate, or frequent urination. If a stone completely blocks the flow of urine, it becomes a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate veterinary attention.
The underlying defect is lifelong and cannot be cured, but it can be managed with a special diet, medication, and sometimes surgical stone removal. The lifetime cost of management and potential surgeries typically ranges from €1,500 to €7,000.
More conditions affecting the General / metabolic.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
