PULMONARY STENOSIS: MINIMALLY INVASIVE APPROACH WITH BALLOON VALVULOPLASTY

Abstract

Pulmonary stenosis is one of the most common congenital heart diseases in dogs,  characterized by obstruction of the right ventricular outflow tract, leading to cardiac  overload. Given its clinical significance and high incidence, it is essential to understand  the pathophysiological aspects, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. This study  aims to review the literature on pulmonary stenosis in dogs, with emphasis on balloon  valvuloplasty, including its indications, procedural technique, advantages and  limitations. Furthermore, it seeks to promote the dissemination of knowledge about this  procedure among veterinary professionals, encouraging its implementation and enabling increased survival and improved quality of life for affected animals in a safe  and effective manner.