Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Minimally invasive heart vessel closure in 5 young dogs
By Borenstein, Nicolas et al.·Published in Veterinary surgery : VS·2004·CERA-IMM Recherche, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Minimally invasive patent ductus arteriosus occlusion in 5 dogs.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
Five young dogs, aged 4 to 6 months, were diagnosed with a heart condition called patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), which can cause serious health issues. They underwent a minimally invasive procedure using special clips to close the PDA. The surgery was successful in four of the dogs, and they showed good recovery. One dog had a small amount of residual blood flow three months later, but it wasn't a concern for his health. This technique offers a safer alternative to traditional surgery for this condition in dogs.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To report a technique for minimally invasive occlusion of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) and outcome in 5 dogs. STUDY DESIGN: Clinical cases. ANIMALS: Five, 4-6-month-old, dogs with PDA. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Titanium ligating clips were used for PDA closure in all dogs. Three dogs had video-enhanced mini-thoracotomy PDA occlusion. Two other dogs had thoracoscopic PDA occlusion using a custom-designed thoracoscopy clip applicator. RESULTS: Thoracoscopic PDA occlusion was successful in both dogs in which it was attempted. Complete PDA closure was achieved in 4 dogs. Three months after surgery, the largest dog had residual ductal flow that hemodynamically was insignificant. CONCLUSIONS: Although technically demanding, minimally invasive PDA occlusion is a safe and reliable technique in dogs. Preoperative measurement of the diameter of the PDA is crucial to determine if complete closure with metal clips can be achieved. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Minimally invasive PDA occlusion should be considered as an alternative to occlusion via conventional thoracotomy.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15230832/