Soft tissue surgeries in pets encompass a wide range of procedures involving the skin, muscles, internal organs, and other non-bony tissues. Here is a list of common soft tissue surgeries performed on pets:
Abdominal Surgeries
- Spay (Ovariohysterectomy): Removal of the ovaries and uterus in female pets.
- Neuter (Castration): Removal of the testicles in male pets.
- Gastropexy: Surgical attachment of the stomach to the abdominal wall to prevent gastric torsion (bloat).
- Cystotomy: Surgical opening of the bladder to remove stones or tumors.
- Exploratory Laparotomy: Opening the abdomen to diagnose or treat various conditions.
- Hernia Repair: Correction of abdominal or diaphragmatic hernias.
- Splenectomy: Removal of the spleen due to tumors or trauma.
- Intestinal Resection and Anastomosis: Removal of a diseased or damaged section of the intestine and rejoining the healthy ends.
- Cholecystectomy: Removal of the gallbladder.
Skin and Subcutaneous Surgeries
- Tumor Removal: Excision of benign or malignant growths.
- Wound Repair: Suturing of cuts, lacerations, or puncture wounds.
- Abscess Drainage: Incision and drainage of infected abscesses.
- Skin Flaps and Grafts: Reconstruction of large skin defects or wounds.
Thoracic Surgeries
- Thoracotomy: Surgical opening of the chest cavity for various procedures.
- Pericardiectomy: Removal of the pericardial sac around the heart.
- Lung Lobectomy: Removal of a diseased or damaged lung lobe.
- Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair: Correction of hernias in the diaphragm.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeries
- Tooth Extractions: Removal of diseased or damaged teeth.
- Oral Tumor Removal: Excision of tumors in the mouth or jaw.
- Cleft Palate Repair: Correction of congenital defects in the palate.
- Mandibulectomy/Maxillectomy: Partial removal of the lower or upper jaw due to tumors.
Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgeries
- Total Ear Canal Ablation (TECA): Removal of the ear canal in cases of chronic ear infections or tumors.
- Brachycephalic Airway Surgery: Correction of airway obstructions in brachycephalic breeds.
- Laryngeal Paralysis Surgery: Correction of paralysis of the larynx to improve breathing.
- Nasal Tumor Removal: Excision of tumors in the nasal passages.
Urogenital Surgeries
- Perineal Urethrostomy: Creating a new urinary opening in male cats with recurrent urinary obstructions.
- Pyometra Surgery: Removal of the infected uterus in female pets.
- Penile Amputation: Removal of the penis in cases of severe trauma or cancer.
Ophthalmic Surgeries
- Enucleation: Removal of a diseased or damaged eye.
- Eyelid Tumor Removal: Excision of tumors on the eyelids.
- Cherry Eye Surgery: Correction of prolapsed third eyelid gland.
- Entropion and Ectropion surgery
Miscellaneous Soft Tissue Surgeries
- Anal Sacculectomy: Removal of the anal glands.
- Lymph Node Excision: Removal of enlarged or cancerous lymph nodes.
- Reconstructive Surgery: Various procedures to repair or reconstruct damaged tissues.
These surgeries are typically performed by veterinarians or veterinary surgeons, depending on the complexity of the procedure. Proper preoperative and postoperative care is essential for successful outcomes.
