Fluoroscopy
Case Studies
1.5 Year Old Mixed Breed Dog With Reflux
Young dog needed fluoroscopy due to intermittent regurgitation and vomiting.
Overview
Signalment and History
Patient is a 1.5 year old, female spayed, mix breed dog who was referred for esophagogram under fluoroscopy due to chronic, intermittent vomiting/ regurgitation. Patient had a history of dietary indiscretion.
Diagnostics Prior to Esophagogram
- CBC- unremarkable
- Chemistry panel- unremarkable
- Abdominal radiographs- possible partial duodenal obstruction.
- Abdominal CT scan- normal; no evidence of obstruction noted
Physical Examination
On physical examination she was BAR. Her body condition score was adequate. The thoracic auscultation was unremarkable and she was slightly uncomfortable on palpation of the abdomen. She weighed 24 lbs.
Pertinent Findings From the Esophagogram
During the evaluation of barium fluid and food passage, there is normal first and second
esophageal wave transit into the stomach. Once the barium reached the cardia some of
the barium moved into the fundus and some of the barium liquid and food refluxed to the
caudal esophagus.
No evidence of obstruction or persistent dilation seen.
The Esophagogram Procedure
Patient was awake in ventral recumbency on our hard top table while barium was administered orally during fluoroscopy. Afterwards, soft food mixed with barium was given. Finally, kibble with barium was given.
The images were submitted to our board certified radiologist and below are the pertinent findings:
