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A Case of End-On Colostomy in a Dog Suffering from Dyschezia

  • Yeon-Jung, Hong (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Hyung-Kyu, Chae (Department of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Sung-Jun, Yoon (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Kyoung-In, Shin (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Hyun-Min, Hwang (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Ju-Yeon, Jung (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Seongjin, Yun (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Byeong-Jun, Jang (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center) ;
  • Oh-Kyeong, Kweon (Department of Veterinary Surgery, Western Referral Animal Medical Center)
  • Received : 2022.07.21
  • Accepted : 2022.11.23
  • Published : 2022.12.31
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Abstract

A 12-year-old Shetland sheepdog with dyschezia was presented to the clinic. Dyschezia was considered to have been caused by rectal stricture due to a perianal mass containing the distal colon, rectum, and anus. Considering the histological findings and gross appearance of the perianal mass, an aggressive form of adenocarcinoma was diagnosed and a poor prognosis was expected. An endon colostomy was successfully performed to improve quality of life, which had been decreased by the dyschezia. Postoperative fecal evacuation was well-managed by the owner using a disposable colostomy bag in addition to a previously reported flange and drainable pouch. The dog survived for three months and had a satisfactory quality of life. Surgery and postoperative management in such cases will be helpful in the treatment of defecation disorders in animals.

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Acknowledgement

The authors thank the owner of the dog included in this study.

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