Persistierender Urachus · Urachusfistel · Persistent urachus · Urachal patency · Offener Urachus
A patent urachus is a birth defect affecting the urinary system where the temporary tube connecting an unborn puppy's bladder to the belly button, known as the umbilicus, fails to close before birth. Normally, this channel seals off completely, but when it remains open, it allows urine to leak from the navel. This creates an abnormal direct pathway between the bladder and the outside of the body.
Owners typically notice symptoms shortly after birth, including a constantly wet belly or urine dripping directly from the puppy's navel. This persistent moisture often leads to localized skin irritation and can cause recurring urinary tract infections.
The condition is highly treatable and can be permanently resolved with a single surgical procedure to close the open channel. This corrective surgery typically costs between 800 and 2500 EUR.
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