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Typical Signalment
- Cairn Terrier for congenital fistula
- Rarely seen in cats and dogs
Description
An abnormal connection between the oesophageal lumen and surrounding structures most commonly involving the lungs or other respiratory structures. Can be congenital (rare) or acquired. With congenital fistulae, the animals usually have oesophageal foreign bodies. Acquired oesophageal fistulae usually result from foreign bodies (usually bones and grass seeds) leading to lumen perforation and inflammation spreading into adjacent tissues. Secondary complications include:
- localized pneumonia
- pleuritis
- pulmonary abscessation
Diagnosis
Clinical Signs
Laboratory Tests
Diagnostic Imaging
Treatment
Prognosis
References
Hall, E.J, Simpson, J.W. and Williams, D.A. (2005) BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Gastroenterology (2nd Edition) BSAVA