Cecal volvulus in a ewe
Modransky, P.D.; Welker, F.H.; Scarratt, W.K.; Rashmir, A.M.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 194(12): 1726-1727
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0003-1488 PMID: 2753797 Document Number: 347264
Cecal volvulus in a ewe was diagnosed and surgically treated. Clinical signs were similar to those observed in cattle with cecal volvulus. Rectal palpation, which is an important diagnostic aid in cattle, was not possible in the ewe. Thus, the decision for surgery was based on clinical signs indicative of gastrointestinal obstruction, with the diagnosis of cecal volvulus being made at the time of surgery. Recovery after surgery was rapid, and follow-up evaluation at 13 months indicated no recurrence of the problem.