Abstract
The endoscopic examination of the pleuro-peritoneal cavity in reptiles is described. The physiological and pathological appearances of heart, liver, intestines, reproductive tract, kidney, and bladder are evaluated, based on 809 endoscopic examinations in 163 chelonians and 646 lizards. Endoscopy of the coelom is invasive and requires anesthesia. Isoflurane and ketamine anesthesia proved to be sufficient. Endoscopy enables the identification of sex in adult and juvenile animals. Endoscopy also permits the diagnosis of diseases of internal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, and spleen. Biopsy and sample collection for further investigations, such as microbiology, cytology, and histology, are easy to perform using modern equipment.
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