Abstract
A 2-year-old female Siberian Husky was referred for evaluation of a rectocutaneous fistula of unknown etiology. On evaluation, a rectal tear and an associated perivulvar abscess and draining tract were identified. Several attempts were made to repair the rectocutaneous fistula and associated rectal tear. Primary repair and fascia lata graft repair failed. Successful management was achieved via a laparoscopic-assisted end-on jejunostomy for fecal diversion, and the wound healed readily by second intention. During the period of hospitalization, the dog lost a considerable amount of weight. Particular care should be taken regarding fluid therapy, administration of antimicrobials, and adequate nutrition in patients with rectocutaneous fistulas. Overall, the use of laparoscopic-assisted end-on jejunostomy for fecal diversion in the management of rectocutaneous fistulas in dogs appears to be feasible; end-on or loop jejunostomy may also be an option for the treatment of other diseases of the distal portion of the gastrointestinal tract.
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