Dog Foreign Body Obstruction: Standard Surgical Removal
Object is in the intestines and needs a standard abdominal surgery (enterotomy) to remove.
Typical Cost Range (Standard Surgical Removal)
Based on national average veterinary pricing for standard surgical removal of dog foreign body obstruction. Your actual costs may vary by location, clinic, and individual case.
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How to Tell If This Matches Your Situation
This cost range applies when the following are true. If your situation does not match, check the other severity levels for a closer estimate.
- Medium to large dog
- Confirmed intestinal obstruction on imaging
- Vomiting and reduced appetite
- No signs of intestinal tissue death
- Single enterotomy incision expected
What Treatment Typically Looks Like
Abdominal exploratory surgery with enterotomy, IV fluids, pain management, antibiotics, and 2-3 days of post-op hospitalization.
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