Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Updated Information on Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus and Gastropexy in Dogs.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2022
- Authors:
- Rosselli, Desiree
- Affiliation:
- VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital · United States
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV) is an acute, life-threatening syndrome of dogs, particularly large and giant breeds with a deep chest conformation. Rapid diagnosis is important for prompt initiation of stabilization therapy and surgical correction. Negative prognostic factors include hyperlactatemia not responding to fluid therapy, gastric perforation, or need for splenectomy or gastric resection. Gastropexy is essential for all dogs affected by GDV, following correct gastric repositioning. Prophylactic gastropexy for at-risk breeds can be performed via minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35082096/