Gastroenterology
Lower Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Series, Part 1: Overview of Lower Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Lower gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic technique that allows the clinician to evaluate the mucosal surfaces of the rectum, colon, ileocolic sphincter, cecum, and distal small intestine (ileum).
Gastroenterology
Endoscopic Foreign Body Retrieval in Dogs and Cats
Because it poses little risk to the patient, endoscopy is the treatment of choice for esophageal and gastric foreign bodies. But before you undertake it, make sure you've considered these factors.
Gastroenterology
Symptomatic Management of Primary Acute Gastroenteritis in Dogs and Cats
This diagnosis is based on a consistent clinical presentation and exclusion of other potential causes for the patient’s clinical signs.
Gastroenterology
Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Foreign Bodies in Dogs and Cats
The article outlines the prevalence of GI foreign bodies in dogs and cats presented to Banfield Pet Hospitals in 2014.
Gastroenterology
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Techniques, Part 2
Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to perform esophagoscopy, gastroscopy, and enteroscopy.
Gastroenterology
Overview of Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Julie Callahan Clark, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM Welcome to our newest column in Today’s Veterinary Practice—Endoscopy Essentials.
Gastroenterology
Focus On Feline Gastroenterology
The recent literature focus of feline gastroenterology is on small bowel disease, especially inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and lymphoma.
