Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Chronic gastric instability and presumed incomplete volvulus in dogs.
- Journal:
- The Journal of small animal practice
- Year:
- 2011
- Authors:
- Paris, J K et al.
- Affiliation:
- Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies · United Kingdom
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
This study looked at a rare condition called chronic gastric volvulus in dogs, which can cause ongoing stomach problems that are different from sudden stomach twists. Seven dogs were involved, and most showed signs like weight loss, chronic vomiting, low energy, and belly pain. Tests using X-rays, ultrasounds, and scopes showed that their stomachs were not positioned normally. All the dogs underwent surgery to fix the issue, and six out of the seven dogs felt better or had their symptoms go away afterward. This condition is uncommon, but it’s something to think about if your dog has similar symptoms.
Abstract
Chronic gastric volvulus in dogs results in long-standing gastrointestinal signs unlike those of acute gastric dilatation and volvulus. This report describes chronic gastric volvulus in seven dogs. The majority of dogs presented with weight loss, chronic vomiting, lethargy and abdominal pain. A combination of radiographic, ultrasonographic and endoscopic imaging indicated altered positioning of gastric landmarks. Dynamic changes were identified in some cases. Exploratory coeliotomy and surgical gastropexy were performed in all dogs. Clinical signs improved or resolved in six of seven dogs postoperatively. Chronic gastric volvulus is an uncommon condition in dogs, but should be considered as a differential in cases presenting with the above clinical signs.
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