{"id":34111,"date":"2024-02-09T14:14:50","date_gmt":"2024-02-09T12:14:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petsvetcheck.de\/symptome\/hund\/dickdarm-kolon-als-harter-strang-im-bauchraum-fuehlbar\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:19:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T04:19:52","slug":"palpable-cord-like-colon","status":"publish","type":"symptom","link":"https:\/\/petsvetcheck.de\/en\/symptoms\/dog\/palpable-cord-like-colon\/","title":{"rendered":"Palpable cord-like colon"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-34111","symptom","type-symptom","status-publish","hentry","entry"],"acf":{"einleitung":"

The symptom of a palpable cord-like colon in dogs refers to an unusual hardening or Swelling of the colon that can be felt by palpating the abdomen. This hardening can indicate various health problems, ranging from harmless to serious conditions.<\/p>","auswahl_krankheiten":[35828,36045],"triage":"yellow","triage_begruendung":"A \"hard colon\" often corresponds to constipation\/fecal impaction but can also occur with severe GI problems. Triage is based on Pain, Vomiting, general condition, and fecal\/gas passage. ","triage_eskalation":"ORANGE for severe abdominal Pain, Vomiting, absence of defecation for >24\u201348 h, significant flatulence, or Fever; RED for collapse, signs of shock, or suspected mechanical obstruction\/volvulus.","ursachen":"

The large intestine, also called the colon, is an essential part of a dog's digestive system. It is responsible for the absorption of water and nutrients, as well as the formation and excretion of feces. A hardening of the colon can be caused by various factors that impair the normal function of this organ.<\/p> \n

A common cause of a hardened colon is constipation. This occurs when feces remain in the intestine for too long, causing them to dry out and harden. Constipation can be triggered by insufficient water intake, a low-fiber diet, or lack of exercise. Certain medications or conditions such as neurological disorders can also impair bowel movement and lead to constipation.<\/p> \n

Another possible cause is an intestinal obstruction, which can result from foreign bodies, tumors, or strictures. These block the normal passage of intestinal contents, leading to an accumulation of material and a hardening of the affected intestinal segment. Such obstructions are often serious and require immediate veterinary treatment.<\/p> \n

Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as colitis, can also lead to thickening or hardening of the colon. These conditions arise from chronic inflammatory conditions of the intestinal wall, which alter the structure and function of the intestine. Parasitic infections, bacterial or viral infections can cause similar symptoms. <\/p> \n

In rarer cases, a hardening of the colon may indicate megacolon, a condition in which the colon is greatly enlarged and its function is impaired. This condition can be congenital or acquired and usually requires comprehensive veterinary treatment.<\/p>","typische_begleitsymptome":"