The New Calcium Tartrate Tetrahydrate Stone and Updates on Struvite and Calcium Oxalate

Course overview

The emergence of calcium tartrate tetrahydrate uroliths has introduced a new layer of complexity to the diagnosis and management of urinary stone disease in dogs. This session will explore the origin of tartaric acid within the body, why its presence can become clinically significant, and the current treatment options available for managing calcium tartrate-associated disease. In addition, the lecture will provide practical updates on struvite and calcium oxalate urolithiasis, with particular attention to the clinical implications of identifying calcium oxalate stones in young dogs. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of this evolving urolith landscape and the decision-making considerations needed in everyday practice.