Dogs

Megaesophagus

Megaesophagus is a condition in dogs where peristalsis fails to occur properly and the esophagus is enlarged. The food fails to enter the stomach, and is eventually regurgitated.

Breeds Affected

• Shar Pei
• German shepherd
• Great Dane
• greyhound
• Irish Setter
• miniature schnauzer
• Wire-haired fox terrier

External link

http://www.upei.ca/~cidd/Diseases/GI%20disorders/megaesophagus.htm

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