Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Modified tube gastropexy with mushroom catheter for dogs with bloat
By Belch, A et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2017·Dick White Referrals·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Modified tube gastropexy using a mushroom-tipped silicone catheter for management of gastric dilatation-volvulus in dogs.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of dogs with a serious condition called gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), which causes the stomach to bloat and twist, underwent a new surgical technique using a special silicone catheter. Most of the dogs (93.5%) had a great recovery, and none experienced a return of GDV. After surgery, many were fed through a tube, which helped with their recovery, although a few had minor complications like mild discharge from the surgery site. Overall, this method proved to be a safe and effective way to treat GDV in dogs.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To report the short- and long-term complications and clinical outcomes of a cohort of dogs managed for gastric dilatation-volvulus using a modified right-sided tube gastropexy technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospective case series. RESULTS: Of 31 dogs treated, 29 (93·5%) had an excellent short-term outcome, and gastric dilatation-volvulus did not recur in any dog. Twenty-six dogs (84%) were initially fed via the gastrostomy tube postoperatively; three (9·7%) suffered a major complication including septic peritonitis (n=1), and premature tube removal (n=2). Fourteen dogs (45·1%) had minor complications including mild, self-limiting discharge from the stoma site in 13. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Modified tube gastropexy using a mushroom-tipped silicone catheter is an effective and safe surgical method for the management of gastric dilatation-volvulus. The gastrostomy tube allowed early enteral feeding and easy administration of medications, including gastroprotectants.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28160305/