Concurrent gastro-oesophageal intussusception, trichobezoar and hiatal hernia in a cat

Authors: Owen MC, Bateman RS, Morris PJ
Publication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 53, Issue 5, pp 371-374, Oct 2005
Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Animal type: Cat, Companion animal
Subject Terms: Abdomen, Alimentary system/gastroenterology, Diagnostic procedures, Trauma/injuries, Imaging, Surgery
Article class: Clinical Communication

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Abstract: CASE HISTORY: An adult male Birman cat was evaluated for recurrent, intermittent vomiting or regurgitation, occasionally associated with abdominal discomfort.
CLINICAL FINDINGS AND DIAGNOSIS: Radiographs, including an oesophogram, indicated an oesophageal obstruction. Prior to treatment, the cat’s condition deteriorated and it was euthanised at the owner’s request. Post-mortem examination revealed a gastro-oesophageal intussusception, a trichobezoar impacted into the intussusceptum, and a dilated oesophageal hiatus consistent with a chronic hiatal hernia.
CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Gastro-oesophageal intussusception is a rare condition in cats. Its aetiology in relation to a pre-existing hiatal hernia and a trichobezoar is discussed.
KEY WORDS: Gastro-oesophageal intussusception, hiatal hernia, trichobezoar

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