Gastrointestinal Diseases
The esophagus connects the throat to the stomach. Several disease processes can cause serious problems due to dilation of the esophagus.
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
This disorder of the digestive system is potentially life threatening (particularly in its acute form) but often responds well to treatment.
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
This is a term that is synonymous with the term "Gastric Dilatation with Volvulus." It is often called GDV. That means that a dog's stomach distends with air, twists and cuts off blood flow, to the point that the dog goes into shock and may die.
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
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