Canine Gastrointestinal Disorders (Large Breeds)

This presentation on Canine Gastrointestinal Disorders in large breeds offers a scientific exploration of digestive illnesses affecting dogs with deep-chested and heavy body conformations. It begins with an introduction, defining gastrointestinal (GI) disorders and emphasizing unique predispositions such as gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV). The section on types of GI disorders categorizes acute gastroenteritis, chronic enteropathies, pancreatitis, gastritis, parasitic infections, food intolerance, neoplasia, and foreign body obstruction. A historical understanding traces the recognition of GDV and advances in surgical management, while statistics highlight global prevalence patterns. Causes are divided into primary (torsion, infections, IBD, parasites) and secondary (pancreatitis, tumors, dietary intolerance) etiologies. Risk factors examine breed, anatomy, feeding practices, stress, and age. Clinical signs and symptoms are described, followed by diagnosis through physical exams, imaging, and endoscopy. Treatment and management outlines emergency, surgical, dietary, and preventive strategies. The presentation concludes with prognosis, a case study on GDV, future prospects, and holistic solutions, before final conclusions and references.