can be removed (enterectomy) and repaired with intestinal anastomosis. Foreign bodies can also be removed by endoscopy, which although requires general anesthesia does not require surgery and significantly decreases recovery time. However, endoscopic foreign body retrieval is anatomically limited to objects lodged in the esophagus, the stomach or the colon. The condition in cattle is known as hardware disease. See also Cystocentesis Organ replacement in animals American College of Veterinary Surgeons Indian Veterinary Research Institute References External links American College of Veterinary Surgeons Australian College of Veterinary Science - Surgical Chapter European College of Veterinary Surgery Veterinary professions Surgical specialties