Redundant mesocolonic mesentery in a Shire colt

Can Vet J. 2021 Feb;62(2):179-183.ABSTRACTAn unusual condition in a 3-month-old Shire colt presented for colic unresponsive to medical therapy is documented in this report. A redundant mesocolonic mesentery resulting in intestinal displacement and volvulus was diagnosed during exploratory celiotomy. The finding was presumed to be congenital, resulting in a loose anatomic configuration that predisposed the intestine to displacement, torsion, volvulus, and entrapment. Key clinical message: This case demonstrates that congenial anatomical anomalies should be included in the differential of younger animals presented for recurrent conditions and highlights the use of exploratory celiotomy to reach a definitive diagnosis.PMID:33542558 | PMC:PMC7808190
Source: The Canadian Veterinary Journal - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research