A Comprehensive Study on the Development of a Self-Expanding Metallic Urethral Stent System for Canine Urethral Obstructions: A Bench Scale Evaluation
Minocha Dr. Pramodkumar
, Kothwala Dr. Deveshkumar Mahendralal , Solanki Himanshu Rajesh , Patel Viral Naresh
Urinary tract, Urethral obstructions, Veterinary care, Urinary stenting and Nitinol urethral stent.
The human body relies on a complex network of organs and systems to maintain its vital functions, and one of these crucial systems is the urinary tract. The urethra, a narrow tube connecting the urinary bladder to the urinary meatus, plays an important role in the elimination of waste products from the body, primarily in the form of urine. However, in the canine population, urethral obstructions can pose severe threats to health. These obstructions can be the result of various factors, including trauma, benign tumors, or urinary stones, and they impede the normal flow of urine. Urgent veterinary care is essential in such cases to alleviate pain, prevent potentially life-threatening complications like bladder rupture, and restore regular urinary function. In the field of urology, urinary drainage treatment often involves the use of urinary stenting, which has become a standard practice. These stents are typically used to support and protect the Urethra primarily as supplementary equipment in urology and endourology to regulate urine flow. This research article introduces an innovative approach to address benign urethral obstructions in canines. It presents a self-expanding metallic urethral stent system constructed from a nitinol alloy manufactured using laser-cut technology. The stent is designed with closed-cell segments and flares at both ends to prevent migration and features a radiopaque marker for enhanced placement accuracy. This approach aims to open or restore blocked urethras, ultimately improving the quality of life for affected canines. To ensure its safety and effectiveness in maintaining regular urine flow through the urethra, the radial strength of the stent was evaluated through bench-scale testing, specifically the three-point bend test. This research represents a significant advancement in veterinary medicine, offering a promising solution to a critical health issue in the canine population.
"A Comprehensive Study on the Development of a Self-Expanding Metallic Urethral Stent System for Canine Urethral Obstructions: A Bench Scale Evaluation", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 1, page no.298 - 304, January-2024, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2401042.pdf
Volume 9
Issue 1,
January-2024
Pages : 298 - 304
Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_209795
Published Paper Id: IJSDR2401042
Downloads: 000347198
Research Area: Science & Technology
Country: -, -, India
ISSN: 2455-2631 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.15 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016
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