Gastric volvulus dilatation syndrome in dogs/ Sindrome da dilatacao volvo gastrica em caes

The syndrome of gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) is a severe condition of acute character, which gives a high rate of death in small animals. The etiology is not fully established, however, several treatment options have been described. The DVG causes severe reduction in tissue perfusion, affecting...

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Published inCiência rural Vol. 42; no. 1; p. 122
Main Authors da Silva, Sergio Santalucia Ramos, Castro, Jorge Luiz Costa, Castro, Veronica Souza Paiva, Raiser, Alceu Gaspar
Format Journal Article
LanguageSpanish
Published Universidade Federal de Santa Maria 01.01.2012
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Intestines
Obstructions
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Summary:The syndrome of gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) is a severe condition of acute character, which gives a high rate of death in small animals. The etiology is not fully established, however, several treatment options have been described. The DVG causes severe reduction in tissue perfusion, affecting many organs, including the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. This study aims to conduct a comprehensive literature review of the pathogenesis of this syndrome as well as its treatment.
ISSN:0103-8478
1678-4596