Persians are prone to something called polycystic kidney disease. This could be part of the problem. Definitely you should seek out a second opinion - and also call your regular vet for her opinion as well - before undergoing invasive surgery.

Here are a few websites about polysystic kidney disease:

www.cfainc.org/health/pkd.html
www.felinepkd.com/
members.aol.com/simbakui/pkd.html

I am sorry you are going through this. Best wishes to you and your cat!

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