Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Subtotal colectomy by rectal pull-through for treatment of idiopathic megacolon in 2 cats.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2012
- Authors:
- Barnes, Darren C
- Affiliation:
- Bishop's Stortford Veterinary Hospital · United Kingdom
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
This study talks about a new surgical method used to treat idiopathic megacolon, a condition where a cat's colon becomes enlarged without a known cause. The procedure, called a rectal pull-through with subtotal colectomy, was performed on two cats and allows the vet to reach the rectum more easily without needing to make cuts in the abdomen. This technique reduces the risk of complications that can happen when surgery is done inside the belly. Overall, the approach seems promising for managing this condition in cats.
Abstract
Surgical management of idiopathic megacolon is described in 2 cats by a rectal pull-through with subtotal colectomy performed outside of the abdomen. This newly described technique facilitates access to the rectum for suturing an anastamosis without the need for pubic osteotomy and with minimal risk of abdominal contamination.
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