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The aim of this work was to determine the efficacy of sclerotisation of the prostatic retention cysts by giving a 10% solution of povidone-iodine into their lumen. This procedure was considered as an alternative method for diminishing the enlarged prostate size. Diagnosis of prostatic retention cysts in 4 dogs aged from 7 to 13 years was based on physical examination, including rectal and through abdominal integuments palpation, and on endorectal sonography. Subsequently, the puncture of the solitary cysts was performed under sonographic control. After removing their fluid content, a 10% solution of povidone-iodine was introduced into the cyst lumen. During 3 weeks, the cyst size was gradually diminished and after 5 weeks, no cysts were found under sonographic control. No recurrences were noticed during 6 months of observation. Sclerotherapy appeared to be a minimally invasive technique for prostatic cysts treatment, and can be considered as noninvasive technique, and hence can be recommended to clinical practice.