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If you're new to my channel, I am Igor Yankin, a small animal emergency and critical care specialist based in Texas.

You might know me as the founder of vetemcrit.com, where I’ve spent the last several years creating evidence-based tools, case discussions, and training for veterinarians working on the front lines of emergency and critical care.

My story in ECC started back in 2010 when I worked full-time ER shifts. After five intense years, I completed a small animal rotating internship at Oregon State University, followed by an ECC residency at the University of Florida. Since 2019, I’ve been practicing as a veterinary criticalist.

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In this video, Dr. Igor Yankin explores the rare condition of gastrointestinal pneumatosis in dogs and cats. Learn about its causes, diagnostic challenges, and treatment approaches—both medical and surgical.

We’ll discuss a newly published case series on gastrointestinal pneumatosis, covering:

The types of pneumatosis: gastric pneumatosis, pneumatosis intestinalis, and pneumatosis coli.
How diagnostic imaging is key for detecting this condition.
Common clinical signs, such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
The main findings from the case series, including survival rates and underlying conditions.
A comparison between medical and surgical treatments, with key takeaways for veterinarians.
Whether you're managing a case of gastrointestinal pneumatosis or just looking to expand your veterinary knowledge, this video is for you!

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