Ureter Surgery (SUB - Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass)

Urinary Stones obstructing one or both ureters is commonly seen in cats. Dogs can be affected too but the stones are more likely to pass and be lodged in the bladder. At VSO we believe the best way to preserve the function of the kidney is not to remove the stone but bypass the obstruction using a device called SUB (subcutaneous ureteral bypass). SUB placement fee at VSO is NOK 35 000,- and includes x-rays taken after surgery to confirm right placement, IV catheter, general anesthesia, pre- and post-op pain medication and collar which has to be used for 2 weeks, until suture removal. Not included in this fee is post-operative hospitalization and any follow up appointments as most clients choose to have these done at their local veterinarian.