Clinico-Diagnostic Confirmatory and Therapeutic Investigation of Canine Pyometra
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https://doi.org/10.48165/ijvsbt.22.3.25Keywords:
Canine, Haematology, Ovariohysterectomy, Pyometra, USG, Vaginal discharge.Abstract
A clinical study was conducted on 14 canine pyometra cases to evaluate clinico-physiological, haemato-biochemical, radiographic, and ultrasonographic changes, bacteriological findings and treatment outcomes. Most cases occurred in dogs aged 6-10 years (64.28%), with Spitz being the most commonly affected breed. Open-cervix pyometra (78.57%) was more prevalent than closed-cervix pyometra. Common clinical signs included inappetence (92.85%), vaginal discharge (78.57%), polydipsia (78.57%), and polyuria (64.28%). The elevated rectal temperature, total leukocyte count, neutrophil percentage, serum creatinine, AST, and ALT levels were significantly reduced after surgical treatment. Ultrasonography proved more reliable than radiography for diagnosis, successfully identifying all cases. Bacterial culture revealed predominance of Gram-negative bacilli (64.28%), with the highest antibiotic sensitivity to levofloxacin (57.14%) and chloramphenicol (50%). Ovariohysterectomy was the most effective treatment. Medical therapy alone was inadequate. Post-operative complications included wound dehiscence, ecchymosis, and two fatalities due to systemic complications.
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