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The small intestine
- Author: Alison Moores
- From: BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Abdominal Surgery
- Item: Chapter 7, pp 104 - 138
- DOI: 10.22233/9781910443248.7
- Copyright: © 2015 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
- Publication Date: November 2015
Abstract
Surgery of the small intestine is commonly performed in small animals. Both the oesophagus and stomach are larger and more distensible than the small intestine, so foreign bodies are more likely to become lodged in the small intestine, particularly the duodenum and jejunum. This chapter covers anatomy, diagnostic and surgical techniques, surgical conditions and postoperative care. Operative techniques: Approach to small intestinal surgery; Enterotomy for removal of a solid foreign body; Small intestinal biopsy; Combined gastrotomy and enterotomy for removal of a linear foreign body; Enterectomy and anastomosis (sutured anastomosis); Functional end-to-end anastomosis using surgical staples; Reduction of intussusception and enteroplication; Omentalization of the small intestine.
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