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Displacements of the bladder include torsion, retroflexion and eversion through the urethra.  Urnine stasis that occurs secondarily to displacements predisposes the urinary tract to infection.
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==Retroflexion==
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*Is a sequel of vaginal prolapse or perineal hernias. 
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**Perineal hernias can lead to serious complications such as hydronephrosis or bladder rupture. 
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*Can occur in dogs as a result of tenesmus secondary to constipation or prostatic enlargement.
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==Eversion through the urethra==
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*The short, wide urethra of females permits prolapse of the bladder.
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*Follows straining, especially during parturition.
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*If severe and not replaced, necrosis can occur due to obstruction of the vascalature. 
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*The bladder can also prolapse through a vaginal tear.

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