The Veterinary Urology Summit is a one-day meeting held during ICS 2026 Maastricht on 7th October, focusing on urinary incontinence in animals and the opportunities for collaboration between veterinary and human urology.
Focused on urinary incontinence in animals, particularly dogs and cats, the summit explores diagnostic challenges, treatment approaches, and opportunities to translate insights between disciplines. By connecting veterinary expertise with developments in human urology, the meeting supports collaboration and practical knowledge exchange.
Why attend
- Gain practical insights into the diagnosis and management of urinary incontinence in animals
- Explore emerging treatment approaches and clinical techniques
- Learn from international experts in veterinary and human urology
- Understand how cross-disciplinary knowledge can inform clinical decision-making
- Apply learnings directly to everyday veterinary practice
Connection with ICS 2026
ICS 2026 Maastricht is a global meeting on human continence care, covering the latest research and clinical developments in men, women, and children.
While clinical contexts differ, the underlying anatomy and physiological principles of the urinary system are closely aligned across species. The Veterinary Urology Summit builds on these similarities—creating a platform to share knowledge, recognise patterns, and explore approaches that may benefit both human and veterinary care.
Who should attend
- Veterinary surgeons and general practitioners
- Veterinary specialists in internal medicine or surgery
- Researchers in veterinary or comparative urology
- Clinicians interested in cross-disciplinary collaboration
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| Programme |
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9:00 - 9:45 | Incontinence in humans or animals: what can we learn from one another? | John Heesakkers
Bouvien Brocks | | Feline incontinence |
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| 9:45 - 10:30 | Incontinence in the cat: is there actually a problem? | Nicolien van Klaveren |
| Incontinence in the bitch |
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| 11:30 - 12:15 | Debate: treatment of ectopic ureters in the dog | Bouvien Brocks
Joris de Swert |
| 12:15 - 13:00 | USMI: from diagnosis with urodynamic study to treatment | Stefanie Noël |
| Incontinence in the male dog |
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| 14:00 - 14:45 | USMI and FOO in the male dog | Stefanie Noël |
| 14:45 - 15:30 | Game changer session on canine prostatic carcinoma: from embolization to resection | Fausto Brandâo
Bas van Nimwegen |
| Case-based urology |
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| 16:00 - 17:20 | Dripping through the day: stones as cause of incontinence
Multidisciplinary approach: clinically, treatment and dietary | Nicolien van Klaveren
Bas van Nimwegen
Niels Blees |
| 17:20 - 17:30 | Lessons learned of VUS 2026 | |
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