Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), details symptoms of GDV in dogs, and explains why this condition is considered a surgical emergency Gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) is a serious condition that happens ...

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Experts have used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to better understand the impact a gluten free diet has on people with celiac disease, which could be the first step towards finding new ways of ...

To establish a baseline, all cases of sigmoidal volvulus for the years 1935–1947 were looked up. During this period there were 23 patients on whom the diagnosis was made. The ages varied from ...

BMJ Case Reports CP 2024;17:e260879.

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Infection is another complication associated with gastroschisis defects. Initially, the newborn is at risk for infection because of the breach in skin integrity from the exteriorized bowel. The ...

Other applications of PEG include the treatment of gastric volvulus, the formation of a biliogastric shunt, pseudocyst drainage, delivery of pharmacotherapy, and the provision of an "avenue" for ...

Malrotation can also result in midgut volvulus, a condition in which the venous drainage is impaired and leads to edema; eventually, the arterial flow becomes compromised and results in ischemia.

Methods for dealing with GDV, from triage through the initial recovery period, were discussed during a session at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City. Seven key points for handling emergency ...