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#Gastric distension
#Gastric distension
#Delayed barium passage indicating abnormal peristalsis
#Delayed barium passage indicating abnormal peristalsis
However these findings are generally subjective so radiography is used to rule out differentials.
'''Abdominal Ultrasound''': Highly specific with a sensitivity of 70% in dogs and 30% in cats. Findings include:
*Pancreatic enlargement
*Peritoneal effusion
*Hypoechogenic pancreas (pancreatic necrosis)
*Hyperechogenic surronding tissue
*Chronic pancreatitisand fibrosis may be hyperechogenic
===Exploratory Laparotomy/Necropsy Findings===
===Exploratory Laparotomy/Necropsy Findings===
*The pancreas will be oedematous, soft with fibrinous attachments to surrounding organs
*The pancreas will be oedematous, soft with fibrinous attachments to surrounding organs