The records of 31 cats and eight dogs undergoing surgical correction of peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia (PPDH) from 2000 through 2007 were reviewed. Weimaraners and long-haired cats of varying breeds, particularly Maine Coon cats, appear to be at higher risk of PPDH. Presenting complaints were most commonly related to the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts in both dogs and cats, although respiratory signs were more prevalent in cats, and gastrointestinal signs were more common in dogs. The most common herniated organs were liver, gallbladder, and small intestine. Mortality associated with surgical repair of PPDH in cats and dogs was low in the first 2 weeks postoperatively, and prognosis for return to normal function was excellent. Peri-and postoperative complications were typically minor and self-limiting.
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November 01 2010
Peritoneopericardial Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Retrospective Study of 31 Cats and Eight Dogs
Angela C. Banz, DVM, Diplomate ACVS;
Angela C. Banz, DVM, Diplomate ACVS
Veterinary Surgical Associates, 1410 Monument Boulevard, Suite 100, Concord, California 94520
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Sharon D. Gottfried, VMD, Diplomate ACVS
Sharon D. Gottfried, VMD, Diplomate ACVS
Veterinary Surgical Associates, 1410 Monument Boulevard, Suite 100, Concord, California 94520
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J Am Anim Hosp Assoc (2010) 46 (6): 398–404.
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Angela C. Banz, Sharon D. Gottfried; Peritoneopericardial Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Retrospective Study of 31 Cats and Eight Dogs. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc 1 November 2010; 46 (6): 398–404. doi: https://doi.org/10.5326/0460398
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