A Bilateral Congenital Scrotal Hernia in an Akkaraman Breed Lamb: A Diagnostic Approach and Surgical Management

Year 2024, , 27 - 30, 02.01.2025

Kadir Sulu , Erdem Gülersoy

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14638083

Abstract

This case report aimed to evaluate the clinical course of an Akkaraman lamb with a bilateral congenital scrotal hernia, especially in terms of diagnostic approach and surgical treatment process. Clinical, radiological, and ultrasonographic examinations made diagnosis and hematological parameters were additionally examined. In this particular case, trans-scrotal ultrasonography demonstrated a reduction in blood flow to the herniated intestinal segments. Hematological analyses revealed hyperlactatemia, leukopenia, and decreased MCHC levels. During the operation, it was determined that the herniated organ was the small intestine; it was observed that both testicles were atrophic, and the left inguinal ring expanded in the craniolateral direction, forming an opening of approximately 15 cm. Bilateral orchiectomy, herniorrhaphy, and scrotal ablation procedures were performed operatively. The lamb was discharged in good health on the 10th postoperative day. As a result of the literature review, it was seen that this was the first case of bilateral congenital scrotal hernia reported in a lamb and the Akkaraman sheep breed. Furthermore, hematological tests are believed to possess diagnostic and prognostic value in such cases.

Keywords

Akkaraman breed, herniorraphy, lamb, orchiectomy, scrotal hernia

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