Uterine torsion, which is rarely observed in queens and bitches, is known as one of the causes of dystocia. In the anamnesis, it is noted that the patient was brought due to a general condition disorder rather than abdominal contractions. Lethargy, hypothermia (37°C), stomach pain, and bloody vaginal discharge were noted during the clinical examination. Doppler ultrasonography were used to assess the viability of palpable foetuses from the abdominal wall. Upon the patient's owner request, it was decided to perform ovariohysterectomy (OHE). The diagnosis following midline laparotomy was a unilateral uterine torsion. There was evidence of a 270° longitudinal axis torsion at the left cornu uteri. The right cornu uteri appeared normal, but the left cornu uteri was cyanotic. To relieve the tension on the uterus, a small incision was made in the torsionized cornu uteri to remove the two dead puppies. The incision site was tamponaded with a sponge to prevent leakage of uterine contents into the abdomen. However, no incision was made in the other cornu uteri. At the end of the procedure, ovariohysterectomy was performed and the operation line was closed. In conclusion, this case report summarizes the clinical signs, approaches and intraoperative management of uterine torsion, a rare condition in pregnant queens.
Dystocia Ovariohysterectomy Pregnant Tabby Cat Uterine Torsion
Birincil Dil | İngilizce |
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Konular | Veteriner Doğum ve Jinekoloji |
Bölüm | Case Reports |
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Yayımlanma Tarihi | 30 Haziran 2024 |
Gönderilme Tarihi | 23 Mayıs 2024 |
Kabul Tarihi | 27 Haziran 2024 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2024 |
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