Vetinerary Assistant Practice Exam

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What does a gastrotomy involve?

An incision into the stomach
An opening in the body wall
A procedure to enhance digestion
A type of intestine repair

The correct answer is: An incision into the stomach

A gastrotomy specifically involves making an incision into the stomach. This surgical procedure allows veterinarians to access the stomach for various purposes, such as removing foreign objects, performing biopsies, or addressing specific stomach-related conditions. By directly accessing the stomach, veterinarians can effectively treat issues that cannot be resolved through less invasive methods. The other options describe different surgical concepts that do not accurately represent what a gastrotomy entails. For instance, an opening in the body wall may refer to other surgical procedures such as a celiotomy, while enhancing digestion and repairing the intestine pertain to different types of interventions. Understanding the precise nature of a gastrotomy is important for those studying veterinary practices, as it is a common procedure encountered in clinical settings.