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Gastropexy
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attaching the stomach to the body wall to correct or prevent GDV (Gastric Dilatation & Volvulus)
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Gastrotomy
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an incision into the stomach
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Enterotomy
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an incision into the small intestine
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Resection/anastomosis
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removing a segment of the small intestine and sewing the new ends together
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Emesis
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vomiting
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Ulcer
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a 'sore' in the lining of the stomach or intestines
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Perforation
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when an ulcer is full-thickness and a hole is created in the stomach/intestine
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Obstipation
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extreme & persistent constipation
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Dyschezia
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abnormal defecation
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Flatulence
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an accumulation of gas
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