Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Three-week-old Alaskan malamute puppy with hiatal hernia
By Kirkby, K A et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2005·VCA Veterinary Specialists of Northern Colorado, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Paraoesophageal hiatal hernia and megaoesophagus in a three-week-old Alaskan malamute.
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Plain-English summary
A three-week-old Alaskan malamute was diagnosed with a paraoesophageal hiatal hernia, which is a condition where part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm. The puppy underwent surgery to fix the hernia and secure the stomach in place. After surgery, the puppy showed signs of megaoesophagus, a condition that affects swallowing. By nine months old, the puppy had gained weight and was doing well, although it occasionally regurgitated food. These regurgitation episodes were managed successfully with medication, and the puppy did not need any further treatment.
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Abstract
Paraoesophageal hiatal hernia was diagnosed in a three-week-old Alaskan malamute. Reduction of the hernia was followed by an oesophagopexy and a bilateral gastropexy. During the early postoperative period, the puppy continued to have signs that were thought to be related to a concurrent megaoesophagus. At nine months of age the dog had gained weight and was well except for occasional episodes of regurgitation. These episodes responded well to medical therapy, and at the time of writing the dog had not required further treatment.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16119061/