Soft tissue surgeries
Soft tissue surgeries
- Spaying and castration
- Abdominal surgery
- Thoracic surgery
- Growth surgery
- Skin surgery…
Benefits of Spaying:
- Prevention of pyometra (infection of uterus)
- Prevention of mammary gland tumor
- Decreases transmission of FIV (AIDS) in cats
- Eliminates the attraction of males whilst in heat
- Eliminates sexual frustration (behavior problems)
- Prevention of over population to reduce the number of stray animals which can avoid the following situations: car accidents, aggression, unwanted puppies and kittens
- Pregnancy risks (stress, difficulties during labour)
Benefits of Castration:
- Prevention of prostate cancer and testicular cancer
- Eliminates sexual frustration (behavior problems) and roaming to search for females in heat
- Prevents territorial urine marking and a strong urine smell more common in cats
- Decreases transmission of FIV (AIDS) in cats
- Prevention of over population to reduce the number of stray animals which can avoid the following situations: car accidents, aggression, unwanted puppies and kittens
Pyometra
Dog presented with polydipsia, vaginal secretions/ licking and lethargy.
Upon further diagnostic examinations, pyometra was diagnosed.
The dog was stabilized before surgery and the infected uterus was removed.
Spleen Hemangiosarcoma
Dog presented with lethargy, abdominal swelling and pale mucus membranes.
After clinical examination and further testing, laparotomy was performed which revealed hemangiosarcoma of spleen.
Intestinal Cancer
Patient presented with lethargy and loss of weight.
Upon abdominal palpation, mass was felt.
After ultrasound and radiological examination, decision was made for exploratory laparotomy.
Intestinal cancer was diagnosed.
Enteroanastomosis was performed, removing the mass.
Gastric Dilatation
Patient presented with a “pot-bellied” appearance, difficulty breathing and unable to walk.
Digital x-ray was taken and gastric dilatation was diagnosed.
Patient was stabilized and surgery was performed.
Removal of foreign bodies
- This patient was admitted in our clinic with abdominal pain and breathing difficulties.
- After radiological examination bones were revealed in the bloated stomach and lower third of oesophagus.
- All bones were removed successfully after laparotomy and gastrostomy.
Ingestion of a foreign body
Patient had come to the vets due to persistant vomiting , anorexia and depression.
Abdominal pain was detected upon palpation, and the posture of the patient made him seem very uncomfortable.
A radiograph was taken showing foreign object in small intestine (rubber bouncy ball).
Dog bite
Dog presents at our clinic with a deep open wound after bitten by another dog.
Surgery was performed and drain was placed for drainage and proper wound healing.
