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Minimally Invasive Endoscopy and Endosurgery in Domestic and Wild Animals
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Minimally Invasive Endoscopy and Endosurgery in Domestic and Wild Animals

A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Clinical Studies".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 August 2023) | Viewed by 12317

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Francesco Macrì

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Department of Veterinary Science, University of Messina, 98168 Messina, Italy
Interests: surgery; radiology; endoscopy; ultrasonography; CEUS; orthopedics
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Dr. Simona Di Pietro

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Department of Veterinary Science, University of Messina, Polo Universitario Annunziata, 98168 Messina, ‎Italy
Interests: internal medicine; ophthalmology; CEUS; emergency care; dog; cat‎
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Endoscopy and endoscopic, or minimally invasive, surgery are some of the most useful tools for diagnosis and treatment in veterinary medicine. Routine procedures include examination of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, upper and lower airways, urogenital tract, abdominal cavity (laparoscopy), thoracic cavity (thoracoscopy), joint spaces (arthroscopy), and external and middle ear (video-otoscopy). Veterinarians can integrate endoscopy into their practice in order to provide better care for their patients. Examinations and treatments done through natural orifices or through small incisions are also much more attractive to clients and staff. This Special Issue aims to collect the most significant and recent research regarding the use of diagnostic endoscopy, interventional endoscopy, and minimally invasive endo-surgery in domestic and wild animal practice, including exotic animals. This Special Issue covers soft tissue endoscopy, including airway endoscopy, gastrointestinal endoscopy, diagnostic and operative laparoscopy, diagnostic and operative thoracoscopy, urogenital endoscopy, and otoscopy. In this Special Issue, original research articles, such as clinical trials, prospective or retrospective studies, case reports, as well as reviews, are welcome.

Dr. Francesco Macrì
Dr. Simona Di Pietro
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Keywords

  • laparoscopy
  • thoracoscopy
  • arthroscopy
  • domestic animals
  • wild animals

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Laparoscopic Salpingectomy and Vasectomy to Inhibit Fertility in Free-Ranging Nutrias (Myocastor coypus)
by Giuseppe Bonaffini, Matteo Serpieri, Chiara Ottino, Luca Scandone, Giuseppe Quaranta and Mitzy Mauthe von Degerfeld
Animals 2023, 13(6), 1092; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/ani13061092 - 19 Mar 2023
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The nutria (Myocastor coypus), an invasive alien species, is widely spread in Europe. Pursuant to regulation (EU) no. 1143/2014, the nutria is subject to management programs to reduce its spread. Surgical fertility control is considered an acceptable method, particularly in urban [...] Read more.
The nutria (Myocastor coypus), an invasive alien species, is widely spread in Europe. Pursuant to regulation (EU) no. 1143/2014, the nutria is subject to management programs to reduce its spread. Surgical fertility control is considered an acceptable method, particularly in urban circumstances, avoiding euthanasia. To maintain the hormonal patterns and the social and behavioral dynamics, surgical infertilization preserving the gonads (i.e., salpingectomy and vasectomy) is recommended. Mini-invasive surgery is an eligible choice when dealing with wildlife, allowing reduced captivation time. For these reasons, 77 free-ranging nutrias, captured in urban nuclei in Italy, underwent infertilization under general anesthesia; laparoscopic salpingectomy and vasectomy were performed on 32 animals and traditional surgery on the remainder, leaving the gonads in place. A three-port technique was used, with two paramedian trocars (5 mm) for the instruments and a median one for the telescope. Ablation was obtained through Onemytis® plasma device, allowing a rapid surgical time with no need to place visceral sutures; the skin was surgically closed. After recovery, the animals were released, and no overt complications were noted. No modification of the behavioral patterns was noted, and the population decreased during the following months. Full article
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A Novel Surgical Hybrid Approach to Neoplastic Lesions in the Distal Part of the Urethra: A Pilot Series of Clinical Cases
by Przemysław Prządka, Agnieszka Antończyk, Bartłomiej Liszka, Wojciech Borawski, Stanisław Dzimira, Zdzisław Kiełbowicz and Ludwika Gąsior
Animals 2023, 13(6), 1074; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/ani13061074 - 16 Mar 2023
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All the surgical approaches described to date for the removal of distal urethral tumors have some technical difficulties that make these tumors difficult to treat. The article presents for the first time the treatment results of three female dogs, diagnosed with transitional cell [...] Read more.
All the surgical approaches described to date for the removal of distal urethral tumors have some technical difficulties that make these tumors difficult to treat. The article presents for the first time the treatment results of three female dogs, diagnosed with transitional cell carcinomas of the distal urethra, operated with a newly developed hybrid surgical method—a combination of laparoscopy and open surgery. This technique uses vulvovaginectomy, combined with resection of the distal urethra and prepubic urethrostomy. All of the procedures were possible to perform, without the need to carry out a laparotomy conversion. Histopathology revealed transitional cell carcinoma in all cases, with a margin of healthy tissues maintained in two out of three cases, which meant reoperation of the urethrostomy site in the remaining one case. The mean survival time was nine months. Among minor complications, recurrent cystitis was found. After the first surgery, all dogs retained full control over urination immediately after recovery from anesthesia. In one case that required reoperation, complete urinary incontinence occurred after the second procedure. The present findings suggest that hybrid surgery can be used to treat distal urethral tumors. Qualification for surgery must be limited to bitches with tumors of the distal urethra and without metastases, without the possibility of using other surgical methods, and with the owner’s full acceptance of the risk of complications. Full article
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Two-Port Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy in Dogs
by Francesco Collivignarelli, Amanda Bianchi, Andrea Paolini, Massimo Vignoli, Paolo Emidio Crisi, Ilaria Falerno, Andrea De Bonis, Martina Rosto and Roberto Tamburro
Animals 2022, 12(21), 2917; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/ani12212917 - 25 Oct 2022
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The gold-standard treatment for functional tumors is adrenalectomy, and the procedure can be either open or laparoscopic. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy (LA) is a minimally invasive technique designated for small–medium-sized adrenal tumors without vascular invasion. LA is routinely performed using three or four ports with [...] Read more.
The gold-standard treatment for functional tumors is adrenalectomy, and the procedure can be either open or laparoscopic. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy (LA) is a minimally invasive technique designated for small–medium-sized adrenal tumors without vascular invasion. LA is routinely performed using three or four ports with the patient in sternal or lateral recumbency. The aim of the study was to evaluate the feasibility of LA with two ports in order to reduce invasiveness and improve patient recovery. In total, 16 dogs with adrenal tumors were included in the study and the two-port technique was performed. Adrenalectomy was performed based on the presence of hypercortisolism in thirteen cases, whereas, in three cases, adrenalectomy was performed in the absence of evidence of cortisol production. Thirteen cases were carcinomas and three were adenomas of the adrenal gland; furthermore, twelve were on the left side and four were on the right side. Capsule rupture occurred in five cases. After performing the technique in all cases, no additional ports or laparotomy conversion occurred. Based on the authors’ experience, laparoscopic adrenalectomy can be performed with two ports. Full article
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Approaches to Laparoscopic Training in Veterinary Medicine: A Review of Personalized Simulators
by Cosmina Andreea Dejescu, Lucia V. Bel, Iulia Melega, Stefana Maria Cristina Muresan and Liviu Ioan Oana
Animals 2023, 13(24), 3781; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/ani13243781 - 08 Dec 2023
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Veterinary minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has experienced notable growth in recent years, yet the availability of specialized training tools remains limited and not readily accessible to practitioners worldwide. While borrowing simulators from human medicine practices suffices for acquiring fundamental laparoscopic skills, it proves [...] Read more.
Veterinary minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has experienced notable growth in recent years, yet the availability of specialized training tools remains limited and not readily accessible to practitioners worldwide. While borrowing simulators from human medicine practices suffices for acquiring fundamental laparoscopic skills, it proves inadequate when addressing procedure-specific nuances. Veterinary professionals are now taking steps to create simulators tailored to their patients, although the validation process can be time-consuming. Consequently, the availability of advanced laparoscopic simulators for veterinary training remains scarce. The present study aims to highlight custom-made simulators. A comprehensive search across five databases was conducted to uncover the simulators documented from 2010 to 2022. A total of five simulators emerged from this search, with four grounded in a canine model and only one in an equine model. These models underwent validation and were found to be effective in training surgeons for their designated tasks. The findings underscore a limited array of simulators, predominantly catering to two species (horses and dogs). Considering these findings, it is evident that further research is imperative to create laparoscopic simulators capable of facilitating advanced veterinary training. This would enable the continued evolution of surgical techniques across diverse species, including ruminants, small mammals, and non-mammalian animals. Full article
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Laparoscopically Assisted Percutaneous Inguinal Ring Closure for Resolution of Inguinal/Scrotal Hernias in Rams: Cadaveric Study and Three Cases Report
by Francisco J. Vázquez, Antonio Romero, Sara Fuente, Laura Barrachina and Arantza Vitoria
Animals 2023, 13(5), 836; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/ani13050836 - 24 Feb 2023
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The aim of this study is to evaluate a laparoscopically assisted percutaneous suture (LAPS) procedure to treat inguinal hernia (IH) while preserving testicles in rams. An ex vivo experiment with six ram cadavers and a report of three clinical cases are discussed. In [...] Read more.
The aim of this study is to evaluate a laparoscopically assisted percutaneous suture (LAPS) procedure to treat inguinal hernia (IH) while preserving testicles in rams. An ex vivo experiment with six ram cadavers and a report of three clinical cases are discussed. In cadavers, both internal inguinal rings (IIR) were partially closed by LAPS. Two LAPS methods were tested: (1) using a laparoscopic portal closure device and (2) using a suture loop inserted through needles in each IIR. After each procedure, the closure was laparoscopically evaluated and the number of U- sutures was recorded. The procedure was also performed on three client-owned rams with unilateral non-strangulated IH and the occurrence of re-herniation was followed up. In cadavers, LAPS of the IIRs could be easily and satisfactorily performed with either of the two systems, requiring one to three U-sutures per IIR. No differences were observed between the two surgical procedures. In two clinical cases, the procedure was successfully performed without reoccurrence of herniation or alterations in reproductive behavior in the following 3 and 6 months. In the third case, the hernia was reduced but a retroperitoneal emphysema during laparoscopy prevented hernioplasty and the animal herniated again. In conclusion, LAPS of IIR can be used as a simple and feasible treatment to preserve testicles in rams with IH. Full article
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