Risk factors for positive urine cultures in cats with subcutaneous ureteral bypass and ureteral stents (2010‐2016)

Background Ureteral stent and subcutaneous ureteral bypass (SUB) placement are commonly used for managing ureteral obstructions. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a recognized complication. Objectives To determine postoperative incidence of positive urine cultures in cats undergoing ureteral stent and SUB placement and to identify risk factors associated with positive urine cultures. Design Retrospective study. Animals Forty‐three cats that...