Practical relevance: Feline gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is in high demand, particularly by cat owners already aware of the clinical benefits and availability of this procedure within the human healthcare system. This article will provide a basic introduction to GI flexible endoscopy, covering...

The goal of this study was to report the first case of antral stenosis in a cat. We have described a clinical case of a 9 months old domestic shorthaired cat referred for persistent and refractory vomiting, anorexia and loss of weight. Ultrasound (US) examination detected a mild gastric distension, ...

Flexible endoscopy has become a valuable tool for the diagnosis of many small animal gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, but the techniques must be performed carefully so that the results are meaningful. This article reviews the current diagnostic utility of flexible endoscopy, including...

Flexible endoscopy systems are now affordable and available for small animal practice. Endoscopy forms part of the investigation of gastrointestinal (GI) disease, allowing visualisation and biopsy of the GI tract. This article is intended as a guide to the type of endoscope required and how to...

Background: Bronchoscopy is an important tool for identifying an underlying etiology for respiratory disease in cats. However, the procedure is challenging, because feline airways are small and prone to bronchoconstriction. Hypothesis: Bronchoscopy and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) are appropriate...

The purpose of the study was to determine if endoscopy, performed either with a flexible or rigid optic, has any diagnostic value in relation to disorders of the distal portion of the feline digestive tract. The experiment was performed on 24 European cats, representing both sexes and aged from 2...

Lower GI endoscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic technique that permits the clinician to evaluate the rectum, colon, cecum, and ileum for a wide variety of lesions. Depending on the area of interest and the goals of endoscopy, either a rigid or flexible endoscope may be used. Regardless of the ...

This book is comprised of 14 chapters covering the principles and basic techniques of diagnostic endoscopy and endosurgery. A detailed information on the instrumentation required for different minimally invasive techniques is given as well as practical tips and advice on its care. Four chapters...

This study aimed to report our experience in clinical application of Trans-Endoscopic Ultrasound (TEUS) to the gastrointestinal tract. TEUS was performed on 9 dogs and 2 cats, using a 2.6 mm 12-20 MHz-mini-probe, introduced through the operative channel of a 9.7-mm-flexible endoscope. The...

Use of endoscopy for examination processes (diagnosis) and intervention in cases of various pathologies of the digestive system in small animals is considered. Examples are provided on application of rigid and/or flexible endoscopy for various interventions (e.g. extraction of foreign bodies from...