Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Laparoscopic adrenal gland removal in cats using Harmonic scalpel
By Rey M Zhang & J. Case·Published in JFMS open reports·2023·View original on Semantic Scholar →
PetCaseFinder translated the abstract of this peer-reviewed paper into plain English so pet owners can read it. We do not publish original research — every detail traces back to the citation above. How we work →
Original publication title: Use of a Harmonic scalpel for laparoscopic adrenalectomy in two cats
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Two cats with adrenal tumors underwent successful laparoscopic surgery using a special tool called a Harmonic scalpel. This method helped minimize bleeding and damage to surrounding tissues during the procedure. Both cats recovered well after surgery without any complications. This approach shows promise for safely removing adrenal tumors in cats with less risk compared to traditional methods.
People also search for: cat adrenal tumor surgery · laparoscopic surgery for cats · Harmonic scalpel benefits in cats
Abstract
Case series summary Adrenal tumors are rare in cats and reports of laparoscopic adrenalectomy in cats are limited. This case series describes two cats that underwent laparoscopic adrenalectomy using a Harmonic scalpel for dissection and coagulation. Both surgeries were successful, with minimal hemorrhage, smoke production and lateral thermal damage. Vessels were appropriately sealed and surgical times were appropriate. Both cats recovered without complications postoperatively. Relevance and novel information To our knowledge, this is the first veterinary report to describe the use of the Harmonic scalpel for laparoscopic adrenalectomy as the sole device in cats. Owing to the absence of hemorrhage, there was no indication for irrigation, suction or hemostatics. The Harmonic scalpel is an ultrasonic vessel-sealing device with benefits over conventional electrosurgery, including less lateral thermal damage, less smoke production and improved safety due to the lack of an electrical current. This case report aims to highlight the usefulness of ultrasonic vessel-sealing devices for laparoscopic adrenalectomy in cats.
Find similar cases for your pet
PetCaseFinder finds other peer-reviewed reports of pets with the same symptoms, plus a plain-English summary of what was tried across them.
Search related cases →Original publication on Semantic Scholar: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/36969148