ABSTRACT
191 You are presented with a 12-week-old, male Weimaraner puppy with a history of regurgitation noticed shortly after the puppy was purchased from the breeder. On physical examination the puppy is thin but alert and active. The owners report that he does not regurgitate liquids. Survey radiographs of the chest and abdomen are normal. The barium swallow results are shown (191). i. What is the most likely diagnosis? ii. Describe the pathophysiology of this condition. iii. How should this dog be managed prior to surgery, and when should surgery be performed? iv. Describe the surgical management of this condition. v. What is the long-term prognosis for this dog, and how should it be managed postoperatively?
