Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Endoscopic removal of stomach foreign bodies in African grey parrots
By Cotton, Robert J & Divers, Stephen J·Published in Journal of avian medicine and surgery·2017·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Endoscopic Removal of Gastrointestinal Foreign Bodies in Two African Grey Parrots ( Psittacus erithacus) and a Hyacinth Macaw ( Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus).
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Plain-English summary
Two African grey parrots and a hyacinth macaw were brought to the vet because they were lethargic, had seizure-like episodes, and were regurgitating. X-rays showed signs of foreign objects in their stomachs. The vet used a special camera to look inside their digestive tracts and successfully removed the foreign bodies without major issues. After the procedure, the birds had some minor complications, like breathing difficulties, but these resolved quickly. Overall, the endoscopic method proved to be a safe and effective way to treat these birds.
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Abstract
Two African grey parrots ( Psittacus erithacus) and one hyacinth macaw ( Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus) were examined because of varying clinical signs ranging from general lethargy to seizure-like episodes and regurgitation. Radiography and fluoroscopy in the 3 birds demonstrated variable degrees of gastric abnormalities, suggesting the presence of foreign material or stricture-like defects. Upper gastrointestinal rigid endoscopy by ingluviotomy revealed foreign bodies that were removed endoscopically. Minor postoperative complications were pulmonary congestion or mild aspiration and cardiac arrhythmia, both of which resolved, and no serious deleterious effects were associated with endoscopy in the short or long term. Endoscopy is recommended for examination and removal of foreign bodies from the upper gastrointestinal tract because it is less invasive and traumatic than traditional surgical approaches.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29327964/