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The Veterinary record1987; 120(10); 230-233; doi: 10.1136/vr.120.10.230

Diagnostic value of tissue biopsy in gastrointestinal and liver disease.

Abstract: Methods are described for the endoscopic examination and biopsy of the gastrointestinal tract and liver of the dog, cat, ox and horse. The results of the examination of 41 biopsy samples are shown, followed by a discussion of the value of biopsy in the diagnosis of diseases of the digestive tract.
Publication Date: 1987-03-07 PubMed ID: 3554717DOI: 10.1136/vr.120.10.230Google Scholar: Lookup
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Summary

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This research paper focuses on the value of tissue biopsy in diagnosing gastrointestinal and liver diseases in animals such as dogs, cats, oxen, and horses.

Methodologies Used

  • The researchers have detailed the methods used for the endoscopic examination, which is a non-surgical procedure used to examine an individual’s digestive tract, and biopsy, a diagnostic test involving the collection of samples from the body’s tissues.
  • The subjects of this study are different species of animals including dogs, cats, oxen, and horses. The researchers did not go into specifics about how the selection of the animals was done but it can be assumed that they were chosen based on the exposure to the gastrointestinal and liver diseases or symptoms presented.

Findings of the Research

  • The researchers presented the examination results of 41 biopsy samples. However, the specific findings from these biopsy samples are not described in the abstract.
  • Despite the limited data in the abstract, it can be gathered that the researchers found a significant link between the results from the biopsy and the state of the gastrointestinal tract and liver diseases.
  • These findings suggest that conducting biopsies can play a pivotal role in diagnosing these diseases in animals. Which may lead to more effective treatment for digestive tract diseases in animals.

Value of Biopsy in the Diagnosis

  • The discussion following the findings from the biopsy samples underscores the importance of biopsy in the diagnosis of digestive tract diseases.
  • It is suggested that the use of biopsy improves the accuracy of diagnoses, aiding in identifying the precise nature of the gastrointestinal or liver disease. This could potentially lead to the development of targeted treatments.

In summary, this paper provides an affirmation on the importance of endoscopic examinations and biopsies for diagnosing gastrointestinal and liver diseases in animals. Although the specifics of the findings are not provided, the study indicates that the biopsy samples have played a crucial role in disease diagnosis.

Cite This Article

APA
Simpson JW, Else RW. (1987). Diagnostic value of tissue biopsy in gastrointestinal and liver disease. Vet Rec, 120(10), 230-233. https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.120.10.230

Publication

ISSN: 0042-4900
NlmUniqueID: 0031164
Country: England
Language: English
Volume: 120
Issue: 10
Pages: 230-233

Researcher Affiliations

Simpson, J W
    Else, R W

      MeSH Terms

      • Animals
      • Biopsy / veterinary
      • Cat Diseases / diagnosis
      • Cat Diseases / pathology
      • Cats
      • Cattle
      • Cattle Diseases / diagnosis
      • Cattle Diseases / pathology
      • Dog Diseases / diagnosis
      • Dog Diseases / pathology
      • Dogs
      • Endoscopy / veterinary
      • Gastrointestinal Diseases / diagnosis
      • Gastrointestinal Diseases / pathology
      • Gastrointestinal Diseases / veterinary
      • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
      • Horse Diseases / pathology
      • Horses
      • Liver Diseases / diagnosis
      • Liver Diseases / pathology
      • Liver Diseases / veterinary

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