Endoscopic diagnosis and removal of gastric foreign bodies in a caiman (Caiman crocodilus crocodilus).

An 8-year-old caiman (Caiman crocodilus crocodilus) was presented, its history being given as absence of bowel movements and anorexia after ingestion of a rubber toy. Radiologic examination of the abdomen revealed no abnormalities. On gastroscopic examination many radiolucent foreign bodies were detected and removed. Five days after the removal of the foreign bodies from the stomach the caiman was alert and active and showed a normal appetite.