Can Megaesophagus In Cats Be Treated. Less common, but still important, causes of esophageal disease include esophageal neoplasia and gastroesophageal intussusception. Frequent small meals are offered with the cat feeding in an upright position.
Frequent small meals are offered with the cat feeding in an upright position. The most common signs are vomiting and/or diarrhea. The veterinary health center (vhc) at the university of missouri's college of veterinary medicine is pioneering a new approach to treat one type of canine megaesophagus, a devastating disease of dogs.
At this time a very dilated and flaccid esophagus was found.
Megaesophagus is a disorder in which the esophagus dilates and loses motility. Relatively rare in cats, but common in dogs, the typical sign of megaesophagus is regurgitation, or effortless vomiting without the use of abdominal muscles. Here we will review the causes, symptoms, and treatments of megaesophagus in cats so that you will know what to look out for and when to seek help. At this time a very dilated and flaccid esophagus was found.