VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley (VCA VSV) in Woodland Hills, California is temporarily closed for structural repair.
While our facility is closed, the VCA VSV Communication Center is available 8:00 am - 6:00 pm for questions, medication refills, medical record requests and other non-urgent matters. Phone (818) 883-8387 or email [email protected].
Our Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology and Surgery Departments are available for consultations, procedures and advanced care at nearby VCA hospitals. Phone (818) 883-8387 or email [email protected] to be directed to one of the four specialty departments for appointments or additional information.
ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital Woodland Hills, CA 91364
(818) 887-2262
TrueCare for Pets Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 760-3882
We understand this situation may be very stressful for our community. We sincerely thank you for your understanding and continued support.
VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley (VCA VSV) in Woodland Hills, California is temporarily closed for structural repair.
While our facility is closed, the VCA VSV Communication Center is available 8:00 am - 6:00 pm for questions, medication refills, medical record requests and other non-urgent matters. Phone (818) 883-8387 or email [email protected].
Our Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology and Surgery Departments are available for consultations, procedures and advanced care at nearby VCA hospitals. Phone (818) 883-8387 or email [email protected] to be directed to one of the four specialty departments for appointments or additional information.
ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital Woodland Hills, CA 91364
(818) 887-2262
TrueCare for Pets Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 760-3882
We understand this situation may be very stressful for our community. We sincerely thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Recently, we have seen an increase in dogs being affected with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), also known as Kennel Cough Complex. For more information, click here.
Recently, we have seen an increase in dogs being affected with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), also known as Kennel Cough Complex. For more information, click here.
VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley (VCA VSV) in Woodland Hills, California is temporarily closed for structural repair.
While our facility is closed, the VCA VSV Communication Center is available 8:00 am - 6:00 pm for questions, medication refills, medical record requests and other non-urgent matters. Phone (818) 883-8387 or email [email protected].
Our Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology and Surgery Departments are available for consultations, procedures and advanced care at nearby VCA hospitals. Phone (818) 883-8387 or email [email protected] to be directed to one of the four specialty departments for appointments or additional information.
Urethroscopy is the endoscopic study of the urethra. Cystoscopy is the
endoscopic study of the lining of the bladder. Usually these studies are performed
together as one procedure. Both rigid and flexible scopes can be used to perform the exam. Rigid scopes are generally used for female patients. Small-diameter flexible scopes are used on male dogs. Biopsies of the urethral surface or bladder wall can be obtained by passing the biopsy instrument next to the scope, through the protective outer sleeve of the scope or through an opening built into the scope. This procedure requires little patient preparation outside of withholding food on the day of the procedure. In most cases, patients are discharged the same day the procedure is performed.
The major symptoms and reasons to perform a urethroscopy and/or cystoscopy are:
1. Blood in the urine (persistent hematuria)
2. Persistent straining to urinate
3. Persistent vaginal discharge
4. Removal of bladder stones (cystic calculi or urethral calculi)
5. Biopsy of known bladder growth
6. Urinary incontinence
7. Study of congenital urinary tract problems
Join Our Newsletter
We just need a bit more information from you to complete your newsletter subscription.