Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Omental torsion in a guinea pig (Cavia porcellus).
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Shrubsole-Cockwill, Alana N et al.
- Affiliation:
- Western College of Veterinary Medicine · Canada
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
An adult intact male guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) was presented with gastrointestinal stasis. Radiographic findings demonstrated a gas- and fluid-filled cecum. Treatment was initiated but the animal died shortly after presentation. Gross postmortem revealed omental torsion with vascular thrombosis and necrosis. This is the first report of omental torsion with vascular thrombosis in a domestic animal.
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