Mango Seed Causing Acute Intestinal Obstruction in Dogs: A Case Series
Journal Title: Journal of Applied Veterinary Sciences - Year 2023, Vol 8, Issue 4
Abstract
A bowel obstruction is a common canine problem. This study records acute small intestinal obstruction caused by the ingestion of mango seeds in three dogs. Three adult dogs were admitted to the surgery clinic with a one-day history of colicky abdominal pain, sudden episodes of vomiting, lack of appetite, no defecation, and lethargy. A swollen abdomen and widespread pain, increased bowel sounds, abdominal pain and no fever were discovered during the physical examination. Complete blood count, electrolytes and creatinine were normal. Abdominal radiography revealed many dilated small intestinal loops filled with gases and an intraluminal radio-opaque foreign body. Based upon the clinical and radiological examinations, the dogs underwent exploratory laparotomies. During laparotomy, the duodenum in all dogs was collapsed up to the jejunum, where a firm intraluminal mass was sensed. The proximal small bowel was distended. There were no obvious bowel perforations, ischemia or necrosis. The attempt to break the mass using digital compression was futile. As a result, an enterotomy was performed. Mango seeds were extracted from all dogs. The dogs recovered without compliations and were released three days following the operation. In conclusion, fresh mango seed can become lodged and create a possibly fatal intestinal obstruction in dogs. Early detection and treatment of these dogs can prevent fatal complications. This problem in dogs can be avoided by properly disposing of fallen and rotting mangoes and mango seeds in a rubbish bin rather than throwing them out in the open.
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Ashraf Abu-Seida,
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