The Demand For Small Animal Endoscope

Using Small Animal Endoscope together with other imaging procedures such as ultrasound or fluoroscopy can take place of more invasive surgical techniques. This is the reason why pet owners look for vet clinics with endoscopic procedures. And at the same time, this is the reason why clinics invest in said equipment so they can offer the following services:

• Gastropexy – This preventative surgery can prevent the twisting of the stomach which is fatal is not treated quickly. Endoscopy eliminates the need to perform open surgery.
• Laparoscopy – This is used as a diagnostic tool for taking biopsies of the liver, kidney and pancreas.
• Otoscopy – This is the endoscopy of the external and middle ear. It is one of the common applications of endoscopy in veterinary medicine.
• Rhinoscopy – This is the endoscopy of the nasal cavity, commonly indicated in dogs and cats with chronic nasal discharge, nasal obstruction, chronic sneezing, nasal bleeding, and abnormal radiographs.

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