Laparoscopic Solutions for a Faster, Easier Recovery
At North Oatlands Animal Hospital & Reproduction Center in Leesburg, VA, we offer advanced, non-invasive laparoscopic procedures designed to minimize discomfort and promote faster recovery for your pet. These minimally invasive techniques use small incisions and specialized equipment, reducing pain, lowering the risk of complications, and shortening healing time. Whether your pet requires a spay, biopsy, or other internal procedure, our skilled team is here to provide the safest and most comfortable surgical experience possible.
Prophylactic Gastropexy
Prophylactic gastropexy is recommended for large breeds as well as all other at-risk breeds. Laparoscopy allows excellent visualization and very quick recovery times.
Cystoscopy (Bladder Stone Removal)
This procedure is used to examine the bladder with a scope to remove stones and take tissue samples.
Love Spay
Love spay is short for a Laparoscopic OVE(ovariectomy). With this technique, 3 small incisions are made into the abdomen and laparoscopic equipment is used to perform the procedure.
This is a minimally invasive spay that removes the ovaries from healthy animals and has been shown to be a less painful alternative to traditional spays.
Why Love Spay?
- Laparoscopic spays have been shown to cause 65% less pain than traditional spays. This means a faster recovery and less trauma to the patient.
- There is less risk of infection with smaller surgical incisions.
- Activity restriction is only recommended for the first 2-3 days after a Love spay versus 7-14 days for a traditional spay.
- Improved visualization and magnification increases operative precision and reduces blood loss.
Liver Biopsy
Direct visualization during laparoscopy provides more comprehensive information than ultrasound or needle aspirate.
Otoscopy/Rhinoscopy
We utilize high quality imaging to pinpoint recurrent and underlying problems inside the ear and the nose for better diagnosis and treatment.