Schaffer’s Method of Detorsion and Delivery of Triplets in a Non-Descript Goat

Authors

  • Savitha Saikumar B.V.Sc.& AH scholar,Veterinary College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur, India
  • Raja Sengoda Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics,Veterinary College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur, India
  • Prakash Subramaniyan Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics,Veterinary College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur, India
  • Alagar Subramanian Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics Veterinary College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur, India
  • Satheshkumar Soundarapandian Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics Veterinary College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/ijar.2022.43.2.16

Keywords:

Non-descript doe, Post-cervical torsion, Schaffer’s method

Abstract

A non-descript doe was presented with a history of full-term pregnancy and abdominal straining.  Clinical examination revealed a narrowing of the birth canal and twist of vaginal wall towards the clockwise direction, and the case was diagnosed as right side post cervical uterine torsion.  Schaffer’s method of detorsion was attempted and two dead female fetuses along with a live female fetus were relieved.  The doe was treated with antibiotics and other supportive therapy for two days. The animal showed an uneventful recovery.

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Published

2022-11-11

Issue

Vol. 43 No. 2 (2022): The Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction (Jul - Dec)

Section

Short Communication

How to Cite

Saikumar, S., Sengoda, R., Subramaniyan, P., Subramanian, A., & Soundarapandian, S. (2022). Schaffer’s Method of Detorsion and Delivery of Triplets in a Non-Descript Goat. The Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction, 43(2), 71–73. https://doi.org/10.48165/ijar.2022.43.2.16
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