Use of an inguinal approach adapted from equine surgery for cryptorchidectomy in dogs and cats: 26 cases (1999-2010).

OBJECTIVE-To determine whether a surgical technique used in cryptorchid horses can be used successfully to remove testicles retained in the inguinal region or abdominal cavity in dogs and cats. DESIGN-Retrospective case series. ANIMALS-22 dogs and 4 cats with cryptorchidism.

Novel suture device for beating-heart mitral leaflet approximation.

Background: This investigation evaluates the potential of using a novel suturing device to achieve mitral valve repair (Alfieri type) on a beating heart without cardiopulmonary bypass.

Methods: Eight healthy adult sheep were anesthetized and the chest was opened via a left thoracotomy. The suture device was directly inserted into the appendage of the left atrium.