{"id":16113,"date":"2025-03-17T12:11:50","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T12:11:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/?p=16113"},"modified":"2025-03-20T11:57:30","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T11:57:30","slug":"minimally-invasive-surgery-dogs-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/minimally-invasive-surgery-dogs-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Minimally invasive surgery in cats and dogs: benefits, techniques and applications"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has revolutionized veterinary medicine, offering<\/span><b> new and improved surgical options for cats and dogs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This surgical approach, which involves making small incisions and using high-definition cameras and specialized instruments, allows for less traumatic procedures, with faster recoveries and lower risk of complications. In this blog, we will explore in depth the benefits, challenges, techniques and applications of MIS in veterinary medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Benefits of minimally invasive surgery<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MIS offers numerous advantages for patients:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduced postoperative pain: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">small incisions reduce tissue damage, which translates into less pain after surgery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Faster recovery: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">patients usually recover more quickly and are discharged home sooner than with conventional surgery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lower risk of infections: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">small wounds reduce the chances of surgical infections.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Smaller and more discreet scars:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> internally, scars are smaller and minimal incisions leave fewer visible marks on the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Surgical precision:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> high-definition cameras allow detailed visualization of internal structures, increasing precision.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Less blood loss: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">careful handling and advanced technology decrease bleeding during surgery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Less anesthesia time: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">there are surgeries in which minimally invasive surgery is performed with less time than conventional surgery, and anesthetic time is also reduced.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Less trauma to surrounding organs and tissues:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the technique minimizes the handling of nearby organs, reducing complications, in addition to preserving more of the surrounding healthy tissue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Quicker return to their routine:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pets can resume their normal life much sooner compared to traditional open surgeries.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16105 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GOLDEN-MANTA.png\" alt=\"happy dog\" width=\"1620\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GOLDEN-MANTA.png 1620w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GOLDEN-MANTA-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GOLDEN-MANTA-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GOLDEN-MANTA-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/GOLDEN-MANTA-1536x1024.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1620px) 100vw, 1620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b><br \/>\nCommon minimally invasive surgical techniques<br \/>\n<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Before listing the techniques, it is important to note that at Balmesvet we handle each case with a personalized approach, evaluating which procedure is the most appropriate for each canine or feline patient. The following are the most commonly used techniques:<\/p>\n<h3><b>Laparoscopy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laparoscopy is an alternative to open abdominal surgery. Through small incisions, we insert a camera and surgical instruments, which allows us to visualize and manipulate internal organs with great precision. At Balmesvet, we use laparoscopy to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sterilization (ovariectomy or ovarihysterectomy).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Castration of cryptorchid testicles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prophylactic gastropexy to prevent gastric dilatation-gastric torsion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hepatic, pancreatic, renal, prostatic and splenic biopsies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exploratory surgery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced abdominal surgery such as nephrectomy, adrenalectomy, extrahepatic shunt approach, among others.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16102 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TORRE.png\" alt=\"minimally invasive surgery's machine\" width=\"1620\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TORRE.png 1620w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TORRE-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TORRE-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TORRE-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TORRE-1536x1024.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1620px) 100vw, 1620px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This technique <\/span><b>significantly reduces postoperative pain and recovery time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making the surgical experience more bearable for our patients.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Thoracoscopy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thoracoscopy allows us to access the thoracic cavity through small incisions. This method is especially useful for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pericardiectomy (treatment of pericardial effusion).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thoracic duct ligation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biopsies of lung lesions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosis and treatment of thoracic tumors (pulmonary, mesotheliomas, thymomas).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assisted pulmonary lobectomy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional thoracic surgery is highly invasive, but with thoracoscopy we reduce surgical trauma, facilitating a<\/span><b> faster and less painful recovery.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cystoscopy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cystoscopy allows evaluation of the lower urogenital tract, being especially valuable for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosis of recurrent urinary tract infections.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visualization of anomalies that are not detected in x-rays or ultrasound.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining urogenital biopsies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administration of localized treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Removal of urinary stones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosis and treatment of ectopic ureters.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Arthroscopy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthroscopy has become the standard for <\/span><b>diagnosing and treating joint conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, thanks to its precision and minimal approach. In our veterinary hospital in Barcelona, we use this technique for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnose and treat shoulder diseases: osteochondritis dissecans (OCD), biceps tenosynovitis and shoulder instability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treat elbow problems: non-union of the anconeus process, medial compartment disease (OCD of the medial humeral condyle and fragmentation of the coronoid process).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform joint biopsies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnosis of knee diseases: meniscal tears and OCD.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthroscopy allows precise operations with less postoperative pain and faster recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16099 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LAPARO.png\" alt=\"minimally invasive surgery\" width=\"1620\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LAPARO.png 1620w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LAPARO-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LAPARO-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LAPARO-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LAPARO-1536x1024.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1620px) 100vw, 1620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b>Digestive and Respiratory Endoscopy<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Balmesvet we also offer:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Digestive endoscopy: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diagnosis of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/trasplante-de-microbiota-fecal-en-trastornos-gastrointestinales\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gastrointestinal diseases<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with sampling for biopsies, extraction of foreign bodies, placement of feeding tubes and dilatation of esophageal narrowings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Respiratory endoscopy: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as diagnostic and therapeutic laryngotracheobronchoscopy, extraction of foreign bodies, diagnosis of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/sindrome-braquicefalico-que-es-y-consejos\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brachycephalic syndrome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and laryngeal paralysis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rhinoscopy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> exploration of the nasal cavities to diagnose conditions such as chronic rhinitis, presence of foreign bodies, nasal tumors or infections. This technique allows us to perform nasal biopsies and minimally invasive treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Urogenital Endoscopy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We perform urogenital endoscopies for diagnosis with biopsies and procedures such as transcervical inseminations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Balmesvet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we are committed to innovation and quality to offer the best to our patients. Minimally invasive surgery is proof of our commitment to your well-being. For more information or if you have any doubts, do not hesitate to contact us by phone at 931 173 173 or by e-mail at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:atencioclient@balmesvet.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">atencioclient@balmesvet.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<h2>Physiological considerations and postoperative care in a <b>minimally invasive surgery<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients should be carefully evaluated prior to surgery. During MIS, positive pressure ventilation is used and intra-abdominal pressure is monitored to avoid complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-operative care includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest and limitation of movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain medication.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constant monitoring.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><br \/>\nThe future of minimally invasive surgery in veterinary medicine<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continued advancement in technology and training promises to expand the applications of MIS, improving the quality of life of our pets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The development of new devices, such as smaller and more precise cameras, has enabled more veterinarians to adopt these techniques. 3D printing and advanced imaging such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/servicios-veterinarios-barcelona\/tac-veterinario-computarizada\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and MRI further facilitate surgical precision. Increasing demand from practitioners is driving clinics to invest in training and equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These factors are contributing to the growth of minimally invasive surgery, causing more and more hospitals, such as Balmesvet, to adopt these advanced techniques for the well-being of cats and dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16096 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LUCES.png\" alt=\"minimally invasive surgery\" width=\"1620\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LUCES.png 1620w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LUCES-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LUCES-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LUCES-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LUCES-1536x1024.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1620px) 100vw, 1620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b><br \/>\nBalmesvet&#8217;s commitment<br \/>\n<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/especialidades-veterinarias\/cirugia-veterinaria-minima-invasiva\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimally invasive surgery <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is transforming small animal veterinary surgery, offering significant advantages for veterinarians and patients. With accessible training programs and continued technological advances, MIS will continue to expand its reach, improving surgical outcomes and the overall well-being of pets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Balmesvet, we are committed to excellence in veterinary care, adopting the most advanced techniques and ensuring that our canine and feline companions receive the best possible healthcare. We will continue to invest in training and technology to offer innovative procedures that guarantee health, well-being and a better quality of life for the pets we care for every day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Would you like to learn more about how minimally invasive surgery can benefit your cat or dog? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Balmesvet by email at<\/span><a href=\"mailto:atencioclient@balmesvet.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> atencioclient@balmesvet.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or phone 931 173 173 today for a personalized consultation. We are here to care for your canine and feline companion with the most advanced and compassionate care.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has revolutionized veterinary medicine, offering new and improved surgical options for cats and dogs. 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