This 10-year-old MN DSH was presented for vomiting daily for several months with a history of vomiting Christmas ribbon 8 months prior. Physical exam revealed a palpable mass in the cranial abdomen. Blood analysis was normal.
This 10-year-old MN DSH was presented for vomiting daily for several months with a history of vomiting Christmas ribbon 8 months prior. Physical exam revealed a palpable mass in the cranial abdomen. Blood analysis was normal.
Case Study
Gastric foreign body in a 10 year old MN DSH cat
DX
Gastric foreign body
Sonographic Differential Diagnosis
One or more gastric foreign bodies with suspect resultant gastritis.
Image Interpretation
The first image demonstrates a partially shadowing luminal gastric foreign material with indistinct borders within the pyloric antrum. The second image reveals a large, fairly well-circumscribed, strongly shadowing luminal foreign body within the fundus of the stomach. Mild gastric wall thickening is suggested, most notably within the pyloric region; however, normally discernible wall layering is maintained
Outcome
The patient responded well postoperatively and demonstrated increased energy and appetite.
Clinical Differential Diagnosis
GI pathology – acute or chronic foreign body, trichobezoar, IBD, neoplasia; pancreatic pathology – pancreatitis; sequestrum
Sampling
Gastrotomy revealed an 8 cm hard ball of string and Christmas ribbon.
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Patient Information
Patient Name :
Smokey D
Gender :
Male, Neutered
Species :
Feline
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status :
Complete
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
04_00069
Clinical Signs
- Vomiting
History
- Foreign Body
Exam Finding
- Palpable mass
Images
Clinical Signs
- Vomiting