Bovine Cecum, Large Colon, and Descending Colon Diseases Quiz

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What is the typical range of volvulus rotation in the jejunoileum?

90-180 degrees

450-540 degrees

180-360 degrees (correct)

360-450 degrees

What is a common physical exam finding in the acute stages of segmental volvulus?

Diarrhea

Pale mucous membranes

Pear-shaped abdomen (correct)

Lack of appetite

What laboratory finding is common in cattle with segmental volvulus?

Metabolic acidosis

Hyperkalemia

Hypochloremic, metabolic alkalosis (correct)

Hypoglycemia

What is the preferred surgical approach for a cow with segmental volvulus that is severely ill?

Lateral recumbency exploratory laparotomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of surgical correction of segmental volvulus?

Untwisting the volvulus Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would the surgeon exteriorize the small intestine during surgery?

If the volvulus is very tight or involves a large portion of the small intestine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary clinical sign noted in cattle with a volvulus of the intestine around the mesenteric root?

Unrelenting pain Signup and view all the answers

How is mesenteric volvulus typically corrected in cattle?

IV fluids and surgical untwisting Signup and view all the answers

What is the prognosis for cattle with uncomplicated correction of volvulus?

Generally good Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of obstruction of the small intestine in cattle?

Resection and anastomosis Signup and view all the answers

In what physiologic state might a cattle with cecal dilatation show metabolic alkalosis?

Obstructed state Signup and view all the answers

How is simple cecal dilatation usually resolved in cattle?

IV fluid therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical postoperative complication following surgery for cecal volvulus in cattle?

Recurrence of volvulus Signup and view all the answers

What is the anatomy of the cecum in cattle?

Attached to the large colon dorsally via the cecocolic fold Signup and view all the answers

What clinical sign is often associated with cecal volvulus in cattle?

Scant feces Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment modality is recommended for unresponsive cases of cecal dilatation in cattle?

Typhlectomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the proximal loop of the ascending colon?

Dorsal to the first segment Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of obstruction in newborn calves?

Atresia coli Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of surgery in atresia coli?

Remove meconium from the proximal intestine Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common complication of atresia coli surgery?

Peritonitis Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to diagnose atresia coli?

Abdominal distension and no passage of feces Signup and view all the answers

What is the prognosis for calves with atresia coli?

Fair to good Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of obstruction of the descending colon and rectum?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the distal loop of the ascending colon?

Left side of the mesentery Signup and view all the answers

What is the surgical approach for atresia coli?

Right paralumbar fossa laparotomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for impacted feces in the spiral colon?

Extraluminal massage and injection of mineral oil or DSS Signup and view all the answers