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Laparoscopic procedures in dogs and cats
H Matyjasik1, Z Adamiak, W Pesta
1Department of Surgery and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Oczapowskiego 14, 10-719 Olsztyn, Poland. hubertmatyjasik@wp.pl
Polish Journal of Veterinary Sciences
|July 5, 2011
Summary
Laparoscopic procedures are becoming more common in veterinary medicine. This article details essential equipment and reviews current applications of laparoscopy in animal surgery.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
Background:
- Laparoscopic procedures are increasingly adopted in veterinary practice.
- This minimally invasive approach offers several benefits for animal patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe essential equipment for veterinary laparoscopy.
- To review established laparoscopic procedures in veterinary medicine.
Main Methods:
- Review of indispensable equipment for laparoscopic surgery.
- Compilation of veterinary laparoscopic procedures currently in use.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of necessary laparoscopic instruments.
- Overview of surgical interventions amenable to laparoscopic techniques in animals.
Conclusions:
- Laparoscopy requires specific equipment for successful implementation.
- A range of laparoscopic procedures are applicable and beneficial in veterinary medicine.
