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Right lateral - Defining characteristics:
Dilation of the stomach with evidence of rotation on its axis (displacement of the pylorus in the dorsal abdomen) - Common differential diagnoses:
Gastric dilation volvulus - Helpful additional data:
Has there been unproductive vomiting or retching? How long? - Commonly associated diagnostics:
*SignalCare MDB - Commonly associated treatments:
Stabilize the patient (IV catheter and fluids), consider decompression (needle or stomach tube), discuss surgical options - Commonly associated home care:
Based on primary
*SignalCare MDB = CBC/Chemistry/Urinalysis/Thoracic ultrasound/Abdominal ultrasound