Laparoscopic (Keyhole) Surgery
In certain circumstances this ‘keyhole’ surgical technique can provide a number of advantages over conventional surgery such as:
- Less trauma
- Less pain
- Much faster recovery for the patient
- Fewer stitches
Where its use is appropriate, the keyhole technique usually involves three small incisions (cuts) rather than the single large incision associated with conventional surgery.
Whilst we can use this type of surgery on a number of different abdominal surgical procedures, by far the most commonly performed laparoscopic surgery is the neutering of female dogs.
Laparoscopic Spaying of Pets
We are very pleased to be able to offer ’keyhole’ neutering surgery at our Sutterton Hospital site. Most pets do not need to stay in overnight and are reunited with their owners later the same day.
During the procedure, we remove both ovaries. This will mean that your pet will no longer have seasons, cannot become pregnant and it will reduce the risk of other diseases such as uterine infections and mammary cancer.
Please contact the surgery for more information.
Orthopaedic Surgery
- Lameness Investigations
- Cruciate ligament rupture
- Patella luxation
- Fracture repair
We typically ask to see cases back at 10-14 days and again at 2 months post-operatively for check ups and for follow up radiography where this is indicated.
Soft Tissue & General Surgery
- Complex wound reconstruction
- Neoplastic surgery
- Ear canal surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Perineal herniarraphy
Some surgical oncology cases are also treated with chemotherapeutic agents. These may be administered via the home practice or by ourselves, as appropriate.
We can also help in the investigation and case planning for:
- Unexplained weight loss / inappetance
- Pyrexia
- Suspected hyperadrenocorticism
- Abdominal masses / pain / distension
- Vomiting or diarrhoea
- Dysuria / haematuria
- Jaundice
- Anaemia
- Elevated liver enzymes or bile acids
- PU/PD
- Hypercalcaemia
- Prostate, spleen, pancreas, renal, liver or GIT issues
- Problematic otitis cases
- Anal furunculosis
Dermatology
Dr Charlotte Lyon qualified from the Royal Veterinary College in 2008. She has a keen interest in all aspects of small animal dermatology and holds the Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice - Veterinary Dermatology.
She is available for first and second opinion consultations to investigate acute and chronic otitis externa and media, allergic skin diseases, endocrine diseases, pododermatitis and claw disorders, auto-immune skin diseases, disorders of hair loss, keratinisation or pigmentation in cats and dogs.
Assessment commonly includes an extended consultation in order to obtain a detailed history and physical examination, followed by diagnostic procedures which may include in-house skin and ear cytology, video otoscope examinations, hormonal assessments, serological allergy testing, skin biopsies and interpretation of their histopathology, ear/skin culture, and investigations for potential underlying diseases leading to dermatological disease.
At South Lincs Vet Group there is the option for advanced imaging if otitis media is suspected with our on site CT scanner. Charlotte works closely with our soft tissue surgeons which allows for the surgical management of appropriate cases, such as excessive skin folds and some ear diseases including TECA-BO and VBO.
Our aim is to provide an excellent service for clients, their pets and the referring veterinary surgeon, for these sometimes, frustrating cases. This includes prompt feedback on referred cases and individually tailored case management, with appropriate follow-up appointments for each case and continued telephone advice and management for referred cases.