Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Balloon technique helps coil treatment of liver shunts in dogs
By Cook, D A et al.·Published in Australian veterinary journal·2015·Veterinary Specialist Services, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Balloon occlusion of the caudal vena cava for vascular contrast studies as an aid to intravascular coil embolisation for the treatment of intrahepatic portosystemic shunts in three dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Three dogs with intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (abnormal blood vessels in the liver) underwent a special procedure called coil embolization to treat their condition. A large balloon was used to enhance imaging during the procedure, making it easier for the veterinarians to see the blood vessels clearly. This technique allowed the procedures to be completed successfully without needing additional imaging methods. The dogs received effective treatment for their shunts, which can help improve their overall health.
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Abstract
CASE REPORT: Three dogs were treated with fluoroscopically guided coil embolisation of intrahepatic portosystemic shunts. A large-diameter vascular occlusion balloon was used to improve the vascular contrast studies required to perform this procedure. This technique improved identification of vascular structures and allowed completion of the procedures without the need for digital subtraction angiography. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Interventional radiological procedures are an emerging area of veterinary medicine and procedural modifications may help expand their use in clinical practice.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26769071/