Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with vomiting had rare stomach-esophagus blockage and hairball
By Owen, M C et al.·Published in New Zealand veterinary journal·2005·Institute of Veterinary·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Concurrent gastro-oesophageal intussusception, trichobezoar and hiatal hernia in a cat.
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Plain-English summary
A male Birman cat was brought in for frequent vomiting and occasional stomach pain. X-rays showed a blockage in the esophagus, and unfortunately, the cat's health worsened, leading to euthanasia at the owner's request. A post-mortem exam revealed a rare condition called gastro-oesophageal intussusception, where part of the intestine folds into itself, along with a hairball (trichobezoar) causing the blockage and a chronic hiatal hernia. This case highlights the complexity of gastrointestinal issues in cats.
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Abstract
CASE HISTORY: An adult male Birman cat was evaluated for recurrent, intermittent vomiting or regurgitation, occasionally associated with abdominal discomfort. CLINICAL FINDINGS AND DIAGNOSIS: Radiographs, including an oesophogram, indicated an oesophageal obstruction. Prior to treatment, the cat's condition deteriorated and it was euthanised at the owner's request. Post-mortem examination revealed a gastro-oesophageal intussusception, a trichobezoar impacted into the intussusceptum, and a dilated oesophageal hiatus consistent with a chronic hiatal hernia. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Gastro-oesophageal intussusception is a rare condition in cats. Its aetiology in relation to a pre-existing hiatal hernia and a trichobezoar is discussed.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16220136/