Case of the week 8.21.23

Case of the week 4.24.23

University of Tennessee

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Publication Date: 2023-08-21

History

5 year old female spayed poodle. Caudal abdominal swelling

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Findings

There is good serosal detail. Most appreciated on the lateral radiographs, there is an inguinal area with presence of gastrointestinal loop within. The remainder of the abdomen is otherwise unremarkable. There is no current evidence of mechanical obstruction.

Diagnosis

Inguinal hernia with passage of small intestines. No current evidence of mechanical obstruction. Evaluation for possible strangulation is recommended.

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