Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Clinical evaluation of tube esophagostomy in small animals.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
- Year:
- 1997
- Authors:
- Devitt, C M & Seim, H B
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
Plain-English summary
This study looked at a method for placing a feeding tube in the esophagus of small animals, specifically 13 dogs and nine cats. The tubes were kept in place for an average of 23 days, with some staying in for as little as one day and others for up to 48 days. There were no major problems related to the tubes, and all the animals tolerated the procedure well. After the tubes were removed, the healing of the esophagus took less than two weeks. Overall, this feeding tube method is a good option for small animals that need extra nutrition but have a working esophagus and digestive system.
Abstract
An alternative technique for placement of tube esophagostomy in small animals is described. Tube esophagostomy was placed in 13 dogs and nine cats. The mean duration of tube placement was 23 days (range, one to 48 days). No significant complications related to the tube were noted. In each case, tube esophagostomy was tolerated and time to healing of the esophagostomy site following tube removal was less than two weeks. Tube esophagostomy is suitable for use in a nutritionally compromised small animal with a functional esophagus and gastrointestinal tract.
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