Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Bilateral 'gut-tie' in a recently castrated steer.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Lores, Marcos et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Pathology and Microbiology
Abstract
Small intestinal obstruction caused by 2 fibrous bands was found in a steer. Distended small intestine was palpable per rectum. Each band was located bilaterally between the caudal abdominal wall and the pelvic inlet. The compromised portion of intestine was considered nonviable and the animal was euthanized.
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