Service Overview
Internal surgery for dogs and cats in Westlake Village, including foreign body removal, bladder stone surgery, splenectomy, abdominal procedures, and recovery care.
Clinical Care Highlights
- • Gastrointestinal procedures such as foreign body removal, stomach and intestinal surgery, and selected resections when medically necessary.
- • treat urinary obstructions and remove bladder stones when surgery is recommended.
- • Splenectomies (removal of the spleen) and liver lobe biopsies with continuous vital-sign monitoring and individualized anesthesia.
- • Rigorous sterile surgical environments and specialized surgical instruments selected for the procedure.
Key Health Benefits
- ✓ Treats serious internal blockages and helps restore normal organ function
- ✓ Helps restore normal digestive or urinary function, depending on the condition
- ✓ Utilizes specialized surgical instruments selected for the procedure
- ✓ Provides closely supervised post-operative temperature, hydration, pain, and recovery monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of conditions require internal surgery?
Conditions affecting the stomach, intestines, bladder, liver, spleen, and other internal organs may require surgical treatment.
Is internal surgery safe?
Every patient undergoes a thorough evaluation before surgery, and advanced monitoring is used throughout the procedure.
How long does recovery take?
Recovery time depends on the procedure and your pet’s overall health. Many abdominal surgeries require about 10 to 14 days of restricted activity, medication, incision monitoring, and diet adjustments. Your veterinarian will provide instructions specific to your pet.
Will my pet need diagnostic testing first?
In most cases, diagnostic testing is recommended to determine the underlying cause and guide treatment planning.
What if my pet swallowed a foreign object?
Foreign body removal is one of the common internal surgical procedures performed when an object cannot safely pass through the digestive tract.
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