Surgical treatment of a recurrent bowel obstruction with haemorrhagic necrosis in a miniature pig.

摘要

Objective: Description of the diagnosis, surgical treatment and aetiology of recurrent bowel obstruction in a miniature pig. Material and methods: Based on the history as well as on clinical examination and radiography, bowel obstruction was diagnosed in a nine month old miniature pig and was surgically treated. Results: Laparotomy showed haemorrhagic necrosis of the jejunum in an extension of 120 cm. Incarceration of the bowel segment could be traced back to scarring adhesions following small bowel resection four months earlier. The miniature pig recovered well and was healthy at a follow-up examination six months after surgery. Conclusion: Recurrent bowel obstruction in the pig can be successfully treated surgically. There is an obvious effect on the animal's performance based on the condition of the affected gut segment. Nevertheless, recovery can be achieved even in advanced status. Clinical relevance: Non-conformities are numerous regarding keeping and feeding of these pigs. They can lead to different maladies, e. g. bowel obstruction. Surgical therapy of bowel obstruction is possible. Working towards appropriate nutrition is of greatest significance for prophylaxis..