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Gastrotomy – Diagnostics, Surgical Technique & Post‑Operative Care
Gastrotomy is frequently required to remove gastric foreign bodies, yet it can be challenging when the stomach is distended with food, fluid, or obstructive material. This VSA Clinical Series provides a clear, practical guide to performing a gastrotomy safely and effectively while minimising contamination and ensuring a secure closure.
The course begins with a review of diagnostic findings that indicate a gastrotomy is necessary, including radiographic and clinical markers of obstruction. You’ll then learn how to perform the procedure step‑by‑step, with practical strategies to make the surgery easier and reduce the risk of spillage into the abdomen.
The series continues with a detailed demonstration of stomach closure techniques, focusing on tissue handling, suture patterns, and leak prevention. Finally, you’ll explore post‑operative care, including monitoring, analgesia considerations, and recovery expectations for gastrotomy patients.
This course is ideal for veterinary surgeons seeking practical, real‑world CPD that strengthens confidence in managing gastrointestinal foreign body cases.
Part 1: Diagnostic Findings Indicating a Gastrotomy
Part 2: How to Perform a Gastrotomy & Strategies to Make It Easier
Part 3: How to Close the Stomach
Part 4: Post‑Operative Care



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