Prostate cysts

Diagnostic Evaluation

Prostatic cysts can compress adjacent structures, leading to urinary signs, pain, and sometimes bleeding. In male dogs, imaging typically focuses on localizing a cystic prostatic lesion and assessing concurrent inflammation. Ultrasound is the usual first-line modality, offering visualization of size and fluid characteristics. CT more clearly defines wall detail and surrounding invasion. Radiographs are supportive but limited. MRI may help when soft-tissue characterization is needed; nuclear imaging is not primary.