Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog had painful swelling and trouble pooping - surgery helped
By Ozturan YA et al.·2025·Department of Surgery·View original on Europe PMC →
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Original publication title: Combined use of polypropylene mesh and collagen sponge in the surgical repair of perineal hernia with rectal diverticulum in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 5-year-old neutered male Maltese terrier was brought in for difficulty passing stool, straining, and a painful swelling near his rear end. X-rays showed a hernia and a pouch filled with feces, which confirmed the diagnosis. The vet performed surgery to remove the diverticulum (the pouch) and repair the hernia using special materials to strengthen the repair. After surgery, the dog was given pain relief and antibiotics, and he recovered well without any complications over the next year. This case shows that using advanced materials can help in complex hernia surgeries in dogs.
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Abstract
The present case report details on the treatment of a complicated surgery of perineal hernia accompanied by rectal diverticulum in a 5-year-old, neutered male Maltese terrier. The dog presented with dyschezia, tenesmus and a painful swelling in the left perineal area. Radiographs revealed a faeces-filled sac in the perineal region and an enlarged rectum, confirming the diagnosis of perineal hernia and rectal diverticulum. Surgical intervention included diverticulectomy and herniorrhaphy using biomaterials (polypropylene mesh and collagen-based sponges) to reinforce the hernia repair. Postoperatively, carprofen and ceftriaxone were administered and recovery was closely monitored. At the 60-day follow-up, the dog exhibited no complications and no recurrence was reported over a one-year period. The use of polypropylene mesh along with collagen-based sponges enhanced healing. This case highlights the efficacy of biomaterials in complex, chronic hernia cases in dogs, where traditional surgical techniques may be insufficient.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Europe PMC: https://europepmc.org/article/MED/40802454