Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Chronic stomach twisting causing vomiting and pain in dogs
By Paris, J K et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2011·Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Chronic gastric instability and presumed incomplete volvulus in dogs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of seven dogs with chronic vomiting, weight loss, lethargy, and abdominal pain were diagnosed with a condition called chronic gastric volvulus, where the stomach twists and causes ongoing gastrointestinal issues. After imaging tests showed the abnormal positioning of their stomachs, all the dogs underwent surgery to correct the problem. Following the surgery, six out of the seven dogs showed significant improvement or complete resolution of their symptoms. This condition is rare but should be considered if your dog has similar signs.
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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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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22017675/