08/09/2022
While Team Ohio was recently at Great Miami Veterinary Care, Gunner came in for persistent vomiting and inappetence. He had been suffering from these symptoms for several days and wasn't improving despite exceptional supportive and symptomatic care. An abdominal ultrasound raised concern for possible foreign material within his GI Tract, so an abdominal exploratory surgery was performed to investigate.
Dr. Swanson identified foreign material within his colon, and several areas of his small intestines were bruised from the passing of this material. While in surgery, Dr. Swanson took the opportunity to perform a Prophylactic Gastropexy. This is a procedure that "tacks" the stomach in place, preventing a more serious condition called a GDV.
We appreciate having the opportunity to participate in Gunner's care and wish him a very speedy recovery!