Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Minimally invasive hernia surgery in a female dog with abdominal mass
By Calva, Catherine Konrad Nava et al.·Published in Research in veterinary science·2026·Department of Veterinary Clinic and Surgery, Brazil·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Minimally invasive glove port hernioscopy in a female dog with an intermittent hernia and abdominal mass: A case report.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
An 11-year-old female dog had a right inguinal swelling that contained loops of intestine and also had a large cystic mass in her abdomen. The veterinarian performed a minimally invasive surgery called hernioscopy using a glove port technique, which allowed access without making a large incision. This method helped reduce tissue damage and let the vet examine the abdomen thoroughly while also removing part of the mass. The surgery provided some relief for the dog and showcased a new way to treat inguinal hernias in dogs.
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Abstract
Minimally invasive surgery in small animals is constantly advancing, reducing tissue trauma, and improving diagnostic accuracy. This report documented the first use of hernioscopy associated with the glove port technique in a female dog with an partially reducible inguinal hernia. The 11-year-old patient exhibited a right inguinal swelling containing intestinal loops, concomitant with a extensive cystic intra-abdominal mass. An exploratory laparoscopy was performed through the inguinal hernia utilizing the glove port technique to establish multiport access without muscle wall incision. This method minimized tissue trauma and enabled comprehensive evaluation of the abdominal cavity, as well as partial mass resection. The procedure offered palliative benefits and introduced a novel application of laparoscopy for managing inguinal hernias in dogs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41581468/