Laparoscopic Gastropexy

Our pets recover more quickly and comfortably than traditional open surgical techniques

Prevention of bloat and twisted stomach

Keyhole desexing surgery

Less pain

Minimally invasive instruments and very small openings result in less surgical trauma and pain.

Better recovery

Keyhole surgery means there are no large open wounds to heal resulting in a far quicker and more comfortable recovery

Smaller wounds

Keyhole surgery is performed through 5mm ports therefore wounds are very small and heal rapidly and with minimal scarring

Safer surgery

The use of a fine surgical telescope allows better visualisation and access to difficult areas of the abdomen, resulting in a safer surgery for your pet

Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV or twisted stomach) is a life threatening disorder most commonly seen in large, deep-chested dogs. A GDV is a progression of bloat into a volvulus, in which the huge, gas-filled stomach twists upon itself so that both the entrance and exit of the stomach become occluded. This is a lifethreatening emergency that requires surgery to correct.

Thankfully we are now able to perform a keyhole procedure to prevent the stomach from twisting. Using a thin surgical telescope and camera passed through 5mm ports; the stomach is permanently attached to the abdominal wall in its normal position. This prevents the stomach from twisting on itself and because the stomach still sits in the normal position in the abdomen there are no adverse affects on stomach function or digestion.

Is my dog susceptible to bloat?

Large, deep chested breeds are more prone to bloat and GDV. The most commonly affected breeds are:

Great Dane, Saint Bernard, Weimaraner, Irish Setter, Gordon Setter, Standard Poodle, German Shepherd, Labrador, Golden Retriever, Basset Hound, Doberman Pinscher, Old English Sheepdog