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Type: | Journal article |
Title: | Sand impaction of the small intestine in eight dogs |
Author: | Moles, A. McGhie, J. Schaaf, O. Read, R. |
Citation: | Journal of Small Animal Practice, 2010; 51(1):29-33 |
Publisher: | British Veterinary Assoc |
Issue Date: | 2010 |
ISSN: | 0022-4510 1748-5827 |
Statement of Responsibility: | A. D. Moles, J. A. McGhie, O. R. Schaaf and R. Read |
Abstract: | Objective: To describe signalment, clinical findings, imaging and treatment of intestinal sand impaction in the dog. Methods: Medical records of dogs with radiographic evidence of small intestinal sand impaction were reviewed. Results: Sand impaction resulting in small intestinal obstruction was diagnosed in eight dogs. All dogs presented with signs of vomiting. Other clinical signs included anorexia, lethargy and abdominal pain. Radiographs confirmed the presence of radio-opaque material consistent with sand causing distension of the terminal small intestine in all dogs. Four dogs were treated surgically for their impaction and four dogs were managed medically. Seven of the eight dogs survived. Clinical Significance: Both medical and surgical management of intestinal sand impaction in the dog can be effective and both afford a good prognosis for recovery. |
Keywords: | Intestine, Small Animals Dogs Intestinal Obstruction Dog Diseases Vomiting Silicon Dioxide Radiography, Abdominal Treatment Outcome Survival Analysis Female Male |
Rights: | © 2010 British Small Animal Veterinary Association |
DOI: | 10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00847.x |
Published version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00847.x |
Appears in Collections: | Animal and Veterinary Sciences publications Aurora harvest |
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