What are the risks and outcomes of cat anal prolapse surgery?

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My cat has the Anal Prolapse i brought him to the vet. They say they have to do surgery to remove any dead parts. What is the out come? The vet did not seem thrilled i wanted to fix him. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male

Catherine Stecyk · Accepted Answer

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I'm sorry to hear that Tink has anal or rectal prolapse. This is often caused by the cat straining to defecate, so it is important to determine why he is doing that. Oftentimes this is due to either diarrhea or constipation, so looking for an underlying reason for either of these is critical, before considering surgery. Constipation can be diagnosed with abdominal x-rays. If Tink is straining due to diarrhea, many tests can be done to determine the underlying cause. Surgically repairing a rectal prolapse is not a straightforward surgery, and can leave pets fecally incontinent, meaning they are unable to control their bowel movements. I recommend consulting with a veterinary surgeon to determine if surgery is the best option for Tink, or if there are other medical management options for him. I hope this is helpful!

What are the risks and outcomes of cat anal prolapse surgery?

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