Large intestine, rectum and anus

White, R. N.

doi:10.1016/b978-0-7020-4336-9.00030-5

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“…The exact cause of anal sac disease in the dog or cat is still not fully understood. Stool consistency, activity level, diet (lack of fibre), pudendal nerve dysfunction, external anal sphincter dysfunction, size of the animal, obesity, increased glandular secretion associated with generalised seborrhoea, perianal fistulas, inflammatory bowel disease or tapeworm proglottids lodged in the anal sac duct orifice (Holt 1985, White 2014, Baines & Aronson 2018, MacPhail 2018) have all been suggested as contributing factors. A more recent study (Maina et al 2014) has shown pruritus ani can also be caused by atopic dermatitis or adverse food reaction, and in cats, feline allergic dermatitis is a common cause of caudal pruritus and overgrooming (Ravens et al 2014).…”

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Outcomes and complications of anal sacculectomy for non‐neoplastic anal sac disease in cats: 8 cases (2006–2019)

Sandoval¹,

Charlesworth

Anderson³

2021

J of Small Animal Practice

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To describe the features of non-neoplastic anal sac disease in cats, the surgical procedure, complications, surgical outcome and prognosis compared to well-established data for anal sacculectomy in canine patients. Materials and MethOds: A retrospective review of medical records of cats undergoing anal sacculectomy for non-neoplastic disease between 2006 and 2019. results: Eight cats were included in the study of which four of eight developed minor and self-limiting complications including defaecatory complications in three cases and superficial corneal ulceration in one case. No cat developed permanent faecal incontinence. No long-term postoperative complication was recorded. Median surgical time was 35 minutes (range, 20 to 42). Median hospitalisation timewas 1.5 days (range, 1 to 4). The incidence of short-term minor complications is higher than previously reported in dogs, although this might be in agreement with a reported higher incidence in dogs smaller than 15 kg. clinical significance: Anal sacculectomy for non-neoplastic anal sac disease is a safe procedure in cats with relatively high rate of short-term but self-limiting, minor, postoperative complications.

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Outcomes and complications of anal sacculectomy for non‐neoplastic anal sac disease in cats: 8 cases (2006–2019)

Sandoval¹,

Charlesworth

Anderson³

2021

J of Small Animal Practice

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“…It is important during subtotal colectomy to preserve the caudal mesenteric artery and vein in order not to affect the blood supply of the remaining colon/rectum, even though there is little evidence that the resection of the caudal mesenteric artery affects the blood supply of the remaining colon and rectum [ 99 , 100 ]. Another option is the ligation of the vasa recta of the left colic and caudal mesenteric arteries to preserve the blood supply of the distal colon [ 101 ] ( Figure 18 ). Subtotal colectomy with preservation of the ileocolic junction is the preferred technique, as removal of the ileocolic junction is associated with the increased frequency and severity of diarrhea [ 8 ].…”

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Surgical Anatomy of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Cats

Angelou,

Fiska,

Tsingotjidou

et al. 2023

Animals

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In cats, the gastrointestinal tract is one of the regions in which surgical procedures are most frequently performed by veterinary surgeons; therefore, knowledge of the surgical anatomy of the feline gastrointestinal tract is of high importance. The main surgical procedures performed include gastrotomy, gastrectomy, enterotomy, and enterectomy, as well as procedures in the liver and pancreas. There are also anatomical differences between dogs and cats, increasing the need for deep knowledge of the anatomy treated in the different surgical approaches. The aim of the present review is to describe in detail the anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract in cats highlighting the anatomical regions of significant importance in different surgical procedures.

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Surgical intervention for the correction of fecal impaction in an obstipated cat with an old compression injury in the lumbosacral region of the spine

Munif,

Safawat,

Hannan

2023

Bull Natl Res Cent

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Background Feline obstipation is a clinical condition often manifested by defecation inability that results in fecal impaction. This is frequently associated with a blunt traumatic injury that affects mostly the spine and surrounding structures in the caudal part of the back leading to vertebral compression. Case presentation A 6-month-old, female, mixed-breed cat of 1.49-kg BW was presented with a history of prolonged constipation (i.e., obstipation) along with discomfort and weakness. Prior to the presentation, the cat was medically treated with dietary fibers, fecal softeners, and enemas, but obstipation persisted. Clinical examinations revealed that there was straining but not effective for defecation. In addition, the cat had poor appetite and dehydration, electrolyte abnormalities, and defects in posture and gait. The lumbosacral region showed a depression that was supposed to be the consequence of an old, untreated regional injury. Radiographic imaging indicated a marked ventral curvature in the lumbosacral spine including major deviations in the positions of the L6 and L7 vertebrae and the sacrum as well. A firm tubular structure was felt on ventral abdominal palpation, and further ultrasonography revealed the tubular impaction. Laparotomy exposed a definite large bowel impaction, and enterotomy was performed to evacuate the firm feces. Postoperatively, supportive medications and care were provided for better recovery. However, the impaction recurred within 3 months after surgery, and euthanasia was a further choice. Conclusions Traumatic injuries involving the lumbosacral spine in cats might be serious enough to lead to severe constipation and thereby bowel impaction. Therefore, treatment should be prompt and accurate in any case of spinal injury to avoid further complications.

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Large intestine, rectum and anus

Cited by 3 publications

References 49 publications

Outcomes and complications of anal sacculectomy for non‐neoplastic anal sac disease in cats: 8 cases (2006–2019)

Outcomes and complications of anal sacculectomy for non‐neoplastic anal sac disease in cats: 8 cases (2006–2019)

Surgical Anatomy of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Cats

Surgical intervention for the correction of fecal impaction in an obstipated cat with an old compression injury in the lumbosacral region of the spine

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