Incisional Gastropexy

Wiley eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Karen M. Swalec Tobias, Diplomate ACVS (Small Animal) Cassie Lux DVM
DOI: 10.1002/9781394242825.ch23
Cited by: 0
References: 3

Abstract

Gastric dilatation and volvulus can be prevented by permanent fixation of the pyloric antrum to the right ventrolateral abdominal wall with an incisional gastropexy. Gastropexy may also be performed to treat hiatal hernia or gastroesophageal intussusception. Incisional gastropexy produces a permanent muscle-to-muscle adhesion. Matching incisions are made through the seromuscular layer of the ventral pyloric antrum and the transversus abdominis muscle of the right ventrolateral body wall. The edges of each incision are sewn to each other in a continuous pattern. Complications associated with the procedure are rare.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders Gastrointestinal motility and disorders

Publication details

Journal / source
Wiley eBooks
Pages
187–193
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter