Current Views in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Intestinal Intussusception.

Abstract

Intestinal intussusceptions most often occur in young dogs and cats. Common locations for intestinal intussusceptions include enterocolic, eneteroenteric or colocolic. Ultrasonography is highly reliable for diagnosing of intussusception and for prediction of its reducibility. Abdominal structures that may mimic intussuception can be seen ultrasonographically. Intussusceptions is a surgical emergency. Immediate stabilization of the animal followed by manual reduction or intestinal excision of the affected intestine through midline celiotomy are required. Recurrence is a common postsurgical complication. Enteroplication may be considered for recurrence prevention but is not without complications. Prognosis is good in uncomplicated cases.