No male cats given lorazepam after a first urethral obstruction reobstructed within 30 days, compared with about 16 percent on placebo, in a new randomized JAVMA trial.
Author: Dr. Andrew Rocco
Dr. Andrew Rocco
Dr. Andrew Rocco is the founder and editor of The Differential. He is a veterinarian and the owner of North Sound Veterinary Urgent Care in Mill Creek, Washington, and he also works emergency shifts at BluePearl Pet Hospital. A graduate of Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, he has served as medical director at emergency hospitals in Spokane and Seattle, including leading the opening of a new emergency hospital. He started in the field as a dog walker in high school and has worked nearly every role in veterinary medicine since, from kennel and reception to assisting, practicing and hospital leadership.
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