Surgical approach of syndrome of gastric dilatation-volvulus in a dog: Case report

Authors

  • TIAGO TRINDADE DIAS DIAS Universidade da Região da Campanha

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v14n10a667.1-5

Keywords:

dilatation, stomach, syndrome, volvulus

Abstract

The syndrome of gastric dilatation-volvulus occurs when there is a rapid accumulation of air in the stomach causing a dilatation, consequently the stomach rotates around the mesenteric axis. The cause of this syndrome is still unclear, but dogs that exercise after eating are at a higher risk of developing this pathology. The distention and displacement of the stomach compress the caudal vena cava and portal vein, resulting in several cardiovascular effects that harm directly the cardiorespiratory system. Considering these and other factors, the high mortality rate is a reality, then the sooner the patient is hospitalized and diagnosed, the greater is the chance of surviving. The treatment consists primarily in stabilize the patient and then follow the goals of chirurgic intervention.

Published

2020-10-07

Issue

Section

Medicina veterinária

How to Cite

Surgical approach of syndrome of gastric dilatation-volvulus in a dog: Case report. (2020). Pubvet, 14(10). https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v14n10a667.1-5