Fecaloma em felinos: relato de caso

Abstract

The dried feces removed from the interior of the large intestine are called fecaloma or fecolitis. The diagnosis of fecaloma can be clinical through anamnesis and physical examination is complemented by ultrasound and radiography. OBJECTIVES: To report a clinical diagnosis and treatment in a feline patient with fecaloma. METODOLOGY: In view of the non-defecation of the animal, a laxative was administered and biochemical tests, blood count and radiography were recommended initially and after there was no improvement, an X-ray was indicated and then undergo a surgical procedure. RESULTS: Gaseous/mucoid content was found in the intestinal loops, thus indicating the formation of fecaloma. In the reported case, a colostomy was performed. CONCLUSION: The treatment can initially be done with the administration of laxatives and the introduction of mineral oil with saline solution through the anal canal, if there is no improvement, it will be necessary to undergo a procedure surgical.