Gastric Foreign Bodies in Dogs - A Report of Five Cases.

Authors :: Patil, D. B.
Parikh, P. V.
Jhala, S. K.
Tiwari, D. K.
u Din Dar, Mehraj
Source :: Intas Polivet; Jul-Dec2010, Vol. 11 Issue 2, p297-298, 2p, 1 Color Photograph
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: The article presents a case study of five dogs with history of swallowing specific foreign body as identified by the owner. Radiography was performed and revealed presence of foreign bodies such as disposable plastic ear buds, garden pebble, and plastic medicine dispenser. The article also discusses the pre- and post-operative management in retrieving such items in dog's stomach.