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What is the primary reason that the esophagus does not heal as readily as other areas of the GI tract?
What is the primary reason that the esophagus does not heal as readily as other areas of the GI tract?
- Constant motion with day-to-day activities
- Segmental blood supply
- Decreased vascularity and lack of serosal layer (correct)
- Limited access to the omentum for healing
What are the common clinical signs of esophageal disease in animals?
What are the common clinical signs of esophageal disease in animals?
- Excessive grooming, excessive vocalization, excessive sleeping
- Diarrhea, vomiting, increased water intake
- Ptyalism, regurgitation, coughing, dysphagia, weight loss (correct)
- Lethargy, increased appetite, respiratory distress
What is the most common location for esophageal foreign bodies to lodge in animals?
What is the most common location for esophageal foreign bodies to lodge in animals?
- Near the diaphragm
- Base of the heart
- Stomach
- Thoracic inlet (correct)
What is the preferable method for treating esophageal foreign bodies in animals?
What is the preferable method for treating esophageal foreign bodies in animals?
Which insults can lead to the development of esophageal strictures in animals?
Which insults can lead to the development of esophageal strictures in animals?
Which breed is predisposed to cricopharyngeal achalasia?
Which breed is predisposed to cricopharyngeal achalasia?
What is the most common cause of vascular ring anomalies in dogs?
What is the most common cause of vascular ring anomalies in dogs?
What imaging technique is typically useful in diagnosing vascular ring anomalies?
What imaging technique is typically useful in diagnosing vascular ring anomalies?
Which breed is predisposed to hiatal hernia?
Which breed is predisposed to hiatal hernia?
What is the typical treatment for cricopharyngeal achalasia?
What is the typical treatment for cricopharyngeal achalasia?
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Esophageal Healing Differences
Esophageal Healing Differences
Esophagus heals slower than other GI parts due to lower blood supply and missing protective outer layer.
Esophageal Disease Signs
Esophageal Disease Signs
Common symptoms include drooling, throwing up, coughing, trouble swallowing, and weight loss.
FB Esophageal Lodge Spot
FB Esophageal Lodge Spot
Foreign bodies usually get stuck at the top of the chest.
Esophageal FB Removal
Esophageal FB Removal
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Esophageal Stricture Causes
Esophageal Stricture Causes
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Cricopharyngeal Achalasia Breed
Cricopharyngeal Achalasia Breed
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Vascular Ring Anomaly Cause
Vascular Ring Anomaly Cause
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Vascular Ring Anomaly Imaging
Vascular Ring Anomaly Imaging
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Hiatal Hernia Breed Predisposition
Hiatal Hernia Breed Predisposition
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Cricopharyngeal Achalasia Treatment
Cricopharyngeal Achalasia Treatment
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