Ingested Foreign Body Removal
When cats and dogs ingest foreign materials, some are able to safely pass through while some may need to be remedied by an endoscopy or surgery.
At Sploot, our experienced team, aided by state-of-the-art technology, will be able to quickly locate obstructive foreign matter and restore your pet’s digestive functions.
Common Foreign Matter That Cause Intestinal Issues in Pets
Pets typically eat a foreign body either accidentally or due to curiosity. The following are the most commonly ingested items that cause intestinal blockages and other problems:
Symptoms of a Stuck Ingested Foreign Body in Pets
If you are unsure whether or not your pet has ingested anything else apart from food, look out for these symptoms:
Common Foreign Matter That Cause Intestinal Issues in Pets
Small foreign matter in the esophagus or stomach can sometimes be remedied using an endoscope. An endoscope is a camera-guided, hose-like device that is used mainly for identifying blockages or issues in the gastrointestinal tract. An endoscope can also be used to remove small foreign matter.
Surgical foreign body removal is needed when an ingested foreign body cannot be passed naturally and cannot be retrieved with an endoscope.
It is important that stuck foreign matter is removed immediately because when ingested foreign materials get stuck, this can cause:
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What to Expect: Foreign Body Removal for Pets
Before the Operation: Diagnosis & Pre-Operative Preparation
During the Operation
After the Operation
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Endoscopies for pets can take 40 minutes or more to complete. Meanwhile, surgery to remove larger and more harmful gastrointestinal obstructions will take around 1 to 4 hours.
Yes. A pre-op appointment ensures a safe and successful surgery for foreign body removal.
The cost of a pet’s surgery depends on the extent of the procedure. We offer transparent pricing from the get-go. Reach out to our team today to learn more!
If foreign body removal is included in your pet’s insurance coverage, you may be able to claim reimbursement from your insurance provider.
Because different insurance plans offer different scopes of coverage, you may need to clarify with your insurance provider if this treatment is eligible for reimbursement.
Because gastrointestinal foreign matter obstructions have potentially fatal effects, we encourage pet parents to reach out as soon as they observe symptoms. We’re here for you during urgent cases like this. We accept same-day appointments and walk-ins.
For the safety of our clients and our clinics, we accept only cashless payments. Clients have the convenience of paying with any major credit or debit card, as well as CareCredit and ScratchPay.
