Bilateral pubic and ischial osteotomy for surgical management of caudal colonic and rectal masses in six dogs and a cat.

Abstract

CASE DESCRIPTION: 6 dogs and a cat were evaluated because of caudal colonic and rectal masses. CLINICAL FINDINGS: Tumors were identified in the caudal portion of the colon (n = 2), in the area of the colorectal junction (2), or in the rectum (3). TREATMENT AND OUTCOME: In all 7 animals, bilateral pubic and ischial osteotomy was performed to provide exposure of the rectum and associated tumor. Masses were successfully removed, and all 7 animals were able to ambulate normally within 3 days after surgery. No complications associated with the osteotomy procedure were identified. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Findings suggested that bilateral pubic and ischial osteotomy provided sufficient exposure for resection of intrapelvic tumors in dogs and a cat with minimal complications.