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A breed predisposition is identified for Weimaraners, Great Danes, Irish Setters and Doberman Pinschers.
 
A breed predisposition is identified for Weimaraners, Great Danes, Irish Setters and Doberman Pinschers.
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|q2=Describe the pathophysiology of this condition.
 
|q2=Describe the pathophysiology of this condition.
 
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The primary clinical sign is regurgitation at weaning. Emaciation and aspiration pneumonia may occur secondarily.
 
The primary clinical sign is regurgitation at weaning. Emaciation and aspiration pneumonia may occur secondarily.
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|q3=How should this dog be managed prior to surgery, and when should surgery be performed?
 
|q3=How should this dog be managed prior to surgery, and when should surgery be performed?
 
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Prior to surgery, the puppy is fed a liquid or gruel diet (small amounts frequently, from an elevated position) which will pass through the vascular ring.
 
Prior to surgery, the puppy is fed a liquid or gruel diet (small amounts frequently, from an elevated position) which will pass through the vascular ring.
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|q4=Describe the surgical management of this condition.
 
|q4=Describe the surgical management of this condition.
 
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A large orogastric tube is inserted into the esophagus and passed through the constricted area; any tissue preventing distension is dissected free allowing the tube to pass easily.
 
A large orogastric tube is inserted into the esophagus and passed through the constricted area; any tissue preventing distension is dissected free allowing the tube to pass easily.
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|q5=What is the long-term prognosis for this dog, and how should it be managed postoperatively?
 
|q5=What is the long-term prognosis for this dog, and how should it be managed postoperatively?
 
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If regurgitation occurs, a barium swallow is repeated to determine the status of the esophagus.
 
If regurgitation occurs, a barium swallow is repeated to determine the status of the esophagus.
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