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Xanthine dehydrogenase deficiency · Xanthine urolithiasis · Xanthinuria Type 1 · Xanthinurie Typ I · Hereditäre Xanthinurie
This is an inherited metabolic disorder where a missing enzyme prevents the body from properly breaking down purines, which are natural compounds found in food. This enzyme deficiency causes a byproduct called xanthine to build up in the kidneys and bladder, where it forms painful urinary stones. This primary metabolic defect directly impacts the health of the urinary system.
Owners typically notice signs within the first few years of a dog's life, such as blood in the urine, straining or pain during urination, and recurrent urinary tract infections. If a stone blocks the urinary tract, it can lead to a life-threatening inability to urinate.
The condition requires lifelong management with a specialized low-purine diet and increased fluid intake, though existing stones may require surgical removal. The estimated cost for diagnosis, potential surgery, and ongoing dietary management ranges from 1,500 to 6,000 EUR.
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Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.