Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgery is performed for a variety of medical reasons. This frequent procedure may be performed for almost everything that isn’t linked to a joint or a bone.
Overview
Ear, nose, and throat surgery, cardio-thoracic, hepatic, gastrointestinal, urogenital, skin reconstructive, and oncological operations are all examples of soft tissue surgery. If your pet requires soft tissue surgery, we will do everything we can to keep them safe and comfortable before, during, and after the procedure.
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Why would my pet need soft tissue surgery?
Soft tissue surgery in animals is advised for a variety of reasons. Spay operations, neuter procedures, hernia repairs, and mass removals are the most common soft tissue surgery for animals. Cystotomy, abdominal exploratory surgery, and splenectomy are some of the most complex soft tissue procedures.
When would soft tissue surgery be needed?
Soft tissue procedures are performed to treat a variety of medical problems. Spays and neuters are among the “regular” treatments, as are mass removals, trauma and emergency surgery, wound management, and reconstructive surgeries.
How do you care for my pet during surgery?
For all surgical operations, our vets adhere to the highest level of care requirements. Our highly trained veterinarians place a strong priority on pain management to keep your pet safe and comfortable throughout the procedure. We think that making our patients safe and comfortable before, during, and after surgery is the most important and necessary aspect of their treatment.
Surgical Instructions
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Surgeries are scheduled 6 days a week, Monday – Saturday
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Drop off is between 7am to 8am
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No food or water after midnight (12 am) the night prior to surgery unless previously directed otherwise by the doctor.
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Rabbits do not need to fast. Please bring some hay and food for after surgery as they need to eat right away during recovery.
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If your pet is diabetic please inquire with the doctor in advance about special instructions regarding food and insulin administration the day of surgery.
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Please allow 15 minutes for the check-in of your patient the morning of surgery, and to complete all pre-surgical paperwork. If someone other than the owner of the patient will be dropping off please make sure that person is authorized to make medical decisions, or call ahead to complete the necessary paperwork via phone.
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Occasionally the doctor may deem it necessary to contact the owner regarding medical decisions intra-operatively. Please make sure that correct contact information is provided to the staff at check-in so we may reach you in such an event.
Vaccines Required:
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Dogs – Rabies, Distemper, 6 mo Bordetella, Annual Fecal test, & Canine Infuenzas H3N8 & H3N2
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Cats – Rabies, Distemper & Annual Fecal test
Post Surgery
- Our technicians will keep an eye on the patient after surgery until he or she is completely awake. The veterinarian or a technician will phone the owner after the pet is awake and has been evaluated to inform them that the patient is ready to be discharged and go home. The majority of the time, a pet will be discharged the same day as surgery, but in rare circumstances, such as orthopedic operations or complex treatments, the veterinarian may prescribe that the pet be kept for prolonged monitoring.
Cost of Surgical Procedures
- The cost of surgery varies greatly based on the treatment and the age, size, and overall health of the pet. On request, our hospital will offer a written cost estimate prior to any surgery.
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Sat: 9am - 6pm
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