Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Small intestinal strangulation caused by a mesodiverticular band and diverticulum on the mesenteric border of the small intestine in a horse.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2011
- Authors:
- Wefel, Sara et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Veterinary Population Medicine · United States
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A 4-year-old Quarter horse stallion was brought in because he was experiencing sudden abdominal pain. After examining him, the veterinarians found a pouch in the small intestine and a band of tissue that were causing a blockage. They surgically removed the affected parts and stitched the intestine back together. Later, they had to perform another surgery to address some scar tissue that formed. Fortunately, the horse made a full recovery and was able to return to training.
Abstract
A 4-year-old Quarter horse stallion was presented for acute abdominal pain. Exploratory celiotomy revealed a mesenteric diverticulum of the jejunum and mesodiverticular band that were associated with small intestinal strangulation. Resection and anastomosis were performed. A second celiotomy was performed due to adhesions. The horse recovered completely and returned to training.
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