Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus Syndrome

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GDV is a medical emergency, and treatment should begin as soon as possible. The sooner the dog is treated, the greater its chance of survival.





Treatment is usually begun even before the test results (e.g., x-rays, an ECG, blood tests) are available. Treatment includes the following:

Intravenous antibiotics (e.g., cefazolin sodium, cefoxitin sodium) to protect against gastrointestinal infection that can lead to endotoxemia (bacterial poisoning of the body which causes illness and ...Read the full article