Veterinary Endoscope Procedures in Cleveland, OH
Your pet is important to you. If they need surgery, you want to feel confident of a full, complication-free recovery. At West Park Animal Hospital, we utilize the latest technologies to ensure the best chances of success with every procedure. These technologies include the veterinary endoscope. We offer endoscope procedures at our clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, reaching pet owners in West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, Cleveland, and the surrounding areas.
What Is a Veterinary Endoscope Procedure?
There are many types of scopes, each with different applications. Some scopes evaluate the bladder, some evaluate joints, and some enter the abdominal cavity through a small incision. An “endoscope” evaluates portions of the upper and lower GI tract via the mouth or colon while the animal is under anesthesia. Endoscopy is a procedure that uses a flexible tube called an endoscope to look inside your pet’s body. The endoscope has a tiny camera and light, letting the veterinarian see parts of the GI tract via the mouth or colon. Endoscopy helps veterinarians safely reach and treat hard-to-access areas. It’s commonly used to remove foreign objects causing obstruction, evaluate for lesions, or take small biopsies of diseased tissue for further evaluation.
Applications for Endoscope Procedures
Endoscopes have numerous applications in veterinary medicine, many of which could benefit from endoscopy to reduce the pet’s recovery time for the surgical process.
Veterinary Diagnostics
One of the first, and most common, applications for endoscopy is in veterinary diagnostics. With an endoscope, veterinarians can safely examine much of the GI tract for a direct look at what might be wrong. In combination with other technologies, the endoscope enables a fast and accurate diagnosis that veterinarians can use to plan an effective treatment.
Foreign Body
Pets sometimes swallow non-food objects they can’t digest. If your pet has consumed a foreign body that will not pass on its own, surgery may be helpful to remove it. An endoscope can help the veterinarian correctly identify the object and locate it within your pet’s stomach. Endoscopy can remove an object from the stomach without the need for more invasive surgery. Your pet will recover faster and may return home sooner.
Qualified and Compassionate Care at West Park Animal Hospital
Your pets are part of your family, and you always want them to receive the best quality care. If your pet needs treatment, trust the compassionate team at West Park Animal Hospital. We understand it can be stressful to have a sick or injured pet, so we are committed to providing the best possible care for all pets that visit our facility.
West Park Animal Hospital is just one of a few animal hospitals accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This accreditation assures that our procedures, equipment, and facilities meet the highest standards. We offer a comprehensive list of healthcare services using the latest technologies, including emergency care and new pet owner assistance.
Find Quality Pet Care Today
Whether your animal companion needs a checkup or emergency care, West Park Animal Hospital is available to help. Our team is experienced in delivering veterinary endoscope procedures and other innovative treatments to help your pet return to optimal health. Located in Cleveland, OH, we serve the local areas of West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, Cleveland, and the surrounding areas. Contact us or call 216-242-4500 to learn more or schedule an appointment.
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