Concurrent gastro-oesophageal intussusception,trichobezoar and hiatal hernia in a cat |
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| Authors: | MC Owen PJ Morris RS Bateman |
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| Institution: | 1. Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences , Massey University , Private Bag 11222, Palmerston North, New Zealand E-mail: M.C.Owen@massey.ac.nz;2. Taupo Veterinary Centre , PO Box 637, Taupo, New Zealand;3. Inglewoood Veterinary Services Ltd , PO Box 19, Inglewood, New Zealand |
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| Abstract: | CASE HISTORY: An adult male Birman cat was evaluated for recurrent, intermittent vomiting or regurgitation, occasionally associated with abdominal discomfort. CLINICAL FINDINGS AND DIAGNOSIS: Radiographs, including an oesophogram, indicated an oesophageal obstruction. Prior to treatment, the cat's condition deteriorated and it was euthanised at the owner's request. Post-mortem examination revealed a gastro-oesophageal intussusception, a trichobezoar impacted into the intussusceptum, and a dilated oesophageal hiatus consistent with a chronic hiatal hernia. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Gastro-oesophageal intussusception is a rare condition in cats. Its aetiology in relation to a pre-existing hiatal hernia and a trichobezoar is discussed. |
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| Keywords: | Gastro-oesophageal intussusception hiatal hernia trichobezoar |
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