Strangulation of the small intestine by an anomalous congenital band in a yearling

Summary Strangulating obstruction of the small intestine by anomalous mesenteric bands is an uncommon cause of colic in horses. The most commonly reported bands are mesodiverticular bands that are embryological remnants of the vitelline arteries. Despite the congenital nature of the anomaly, a wide...

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Published in:Equine veterinary education 2014-12, Vol.26 (12), p.640-644
Main Authors: Dearo, A. C. O., Moraes Marcondes, G., Araújo, J. C. O., Grumadas, C. E. S., Marino, P. C., Teixeira, W. T., La Penha Chiacchio Fernandes, G.
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Language:English
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colic
horse
mesodiverticular band
peritoneal band
Small intestine
vitelline artery
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Summary:Summary Strangulating obstruction of the small intestine by anomalous mesenteric bands is an uncommon cause of colic in horses. The most commonly reported bands are mesodiverticular bands that are embryological remnants of the vitelline arteries. Despite the congenital nature of the anomaly, a wide age range of horses can be affected. This report describes a case of small intestinal strangulating obstruction caused by an unusual, anomalous congenital band attached to the ileocaecal fold in a yearling colt. Information including case background, history, clinical, laboratory, surgical and pathological findings is described.
ISSN:0957-7734
2042-3292
DOI:10.1111/eve.12245