Pyloric stenosis

What is ... ?: 

 In this condition, there is a narrowing (stenosis) of the pylorus, the region of the stomach through which food and liquid pass into the small intestine. Affected animals vomit after eating. In the congenital form, pups are born with the condition.

How is ... inherited?: 

unknown

What does ... mean to your dog & you?: 

 In the congenital form, the condition usually becomes apparent at the time of weaning. The main sign is vomiting which begins with the introduction of solid food to the puppies.

How is ... diagnosed?: 

 Diagnosis is based on clinical signs and contrast radiography (showing that the stomach does not empty normally), or endoscopic examination.

How is ... treated?: 

 Very mild cases can be treated by feeding small, frequent, highly digestible meals. Other cases require surgery; most dogs do well post-operatively.

Breeding advice: 

 Although the mode of inheritance is not known, it is preferable not to breed affected dogs, or their parents or siblings.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS DISORDER, PLEASE SEE YOUR VETERINARIAN.


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