Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Laparoscopic surgery for dogs with pyometra - how it works
By Minami, S et al.·Published in The Journal of veterinary medical science·1997·Department of Veterinary Surgery, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Successful laparoscopy assisted ovariohysterectomy in two dogs with pyometra.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
Two dogs with a serious infection of the uterus called pyometra were treated using a minimally invasive surgery technique. The veterinarians used special tools to carefully remove the infected uterus and ovaries while ensuring there was no excessive bleeding. This approach allowed for a quicker recovery compared to traditional surgery. Both dogs successfully underwent the procedure and were able to heal well afterward.
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Abstract
Two dogs with pyometra were treated by laparoscopy assisted ovariohysterectomy. Hemostasis of the mesovarium was achieved with an ultrasonic scalpel and hemoclips. Both ovaries and the uterus were exposed via a 10-mm caudal port that was enlarged to 3 cm and the uterine cervix was excised after ligation of the uterine arteries. These cases were the first report on ovariohysterectomy for pyometra by laparoscopy assisted surgery in the veterinary field.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9342715/