What is Veterinary Endoscopy?
Endoscopy is a procedure in which a tube with a camera and a light source is put through the body’s natural orifices, such as the respiratory tract, the intestinal tract, or through surgical incisions to observe internal body cavities. Instruments may also be used to perform minimally invasive surgeries at the same time (cauterisation of tissues, removal of cysts, polyps or tumours…).
Veterinary endoscopy requires anaesthesia, so it does not cause any pain or trauma for the patient. It can be used to examine the nose, ears, digestive system, respiratory system, reproductive system and urinary system.
When is endoscopy considered?
It’s often used to determine the cause of sneezing, vomiting, diarrhoea or urinary problems in pets and can be used to remove objects from the nose, lungs, stomach or oesophagus without painful surgery. Recovery time is immediate, so once it’s done, your pet can resume their normal life right away.
Does Endoscopy Cause Pain?
No. Endoscopy requires anesthesia, so the patient does not feel pain or stress during the procedure. It is safe, well-tolerated, and especially valuable when a fast, minimally invasive diagnosis is needed.
This technique can be used to examine different systems in the body:
- Respiratory system (nose, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs)
- Digestive system (esophagus, stomach, intestines)
- Reproductive system
- Urinary system
- Ear canals
Recovery After an Endoscopy
Recovery is typically quick and almost immediate. Once the procedure is completed and the anesthesia wears off, the pet can return to its normal routine shortly afterward.
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