Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Wound retraction device used in dog and cat intestinal surgery
By Gower, Sara B & Mayhew, Philipp D·Published in Veterinary surgery : VS·2011·Department of Clinical Studies, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: A wound retraction device for laparoscopic-assisted intestinal surgery in dogs and cats.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Two dogs and three cats with specific intestinal masses were treated using a new surgical technique that involved laparoscopic-assisted surgery. This method allowed the veterinarians to remove the affected part of the intestine without making a large incision. In some cases, the surgery was adjusted to take biopsies instead of full removal, but all animals successfully recovered and were discharged without complications. This approach shows promise for treating certain intestinal issues in pets with less invasive surgery.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To report experience with laparoscopic-assisted intestinal resection and anastomosis for treatment of discrete intestinal masses using a novel wound retraction device. STUDY DESIGN: Case series. ANIMALS: Dogs (n=2) and cats (6). METHODS: Dogs and cats with discrete intestinal masses identified by ultrasonography without evidence of intestinal perforation or peritonitis, were included. A 2 portal technique was used; 1 portal was enlarged for insertion of the wound retraction device through which the intestine was examined as thoroughly as possible. The diseased portion of the intestine was exteriorized through the wound retractor and resection and anastomosis of the intestinal mass performed. RESULTS: Of the 8 animals, laparoscopic-assisted intestinal resection and anastomosis through the wound retractor was performed in 2 dogs and 3 cats. In 3 cats, based on either location or extent of the lesion, 2 were converted to laparoscopic-assisted intestinal biopsies and 1 to an open colocolostomy. No other intra- or perioperative complications were encountered and all animals survived to discharge. CONCLUSIONS: Laparoscopic-assisted intestinal resection and anastomosis can be performed in select canine and feline patients with modestly sized, discrete intestinal masses.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21418254/