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Exotic Mammal Laparoscopy.

Izidora Sladakovic¹, Stephen J Divers¹

¹Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery (Zoological Medicine), University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, 2200 College Station Road, Athens, GA 30602, USA.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Exotic Animal Practice

|November 28, 2015

Summary

Laparoscopy is increasingly used in exotic mammals like zoo animals and wildlife. This review covers techniques, patient care, and surgical approaches for these unique veterinary patients.

Keywords:

Endosurgery Exotic mammal Laparoscopic instrumentation Laparoscopy Minimally invasive surgery Zoologic medicine

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Medicine
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

Laparoscopy is a rapidly advancing field in veterinary practice.
There is growing interest in applying laparoscopic techniques to nondomestic mammals.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize laparoscopic procedures in exotic mammals.
To review the existing literature on laparoscopy in this patient population.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on laparoscopy in exotic mammals.
Summary of instrumentation, patient selection, preparation, and surgical approaches.

Main Results:

Laparoscopic techniques are applicable to zoo animals, wildlife, and exotic pets.
The article provides a comprehensive overview of the approach to these procedures.

Conclusions:

Laparoscopy offers a minimally invasive option for exotic mammal surgery.
Further research and application of laparoscopic techniques in exotic mammals are warranted.