Clinical management of postpartum uterine prolapse in goats using New Zealand technique: A case Report
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https://doi.org/10.48165/jvls.2025.1.2.1Keywords:
Goat, Lignocaine, New Zealand technique , Retained placenta , Total uterine prolapseAbstract
A 2.5-year-old pleuriparous doe was presented to the Referral Veterinary Polyclinic (RVP-IVRI) with the chief complaint of everted uterus and anorexia, and with history of kidding 24 hours prior and retention of placenta. The goat was placed in lateral recumbency; the everted uterus was cleaned with 1% potassium permanganate (KMnO4) solution to remove the debris; oedema was reduced with application of magnesium sulphate (MgSO4), and a mixture of 2% lignocaine gel and soframycin cream was applied to the mucosal surface before repositioning. The case was successfully managed through reduction and repositioning of uterus into the pelvic cavity by New Zealand technique, followed by the placement of a retention suture to prevent recurrence. The medical management included intravenous fluid therapy, calcium borogluconate, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, antihistamines, and multivitamin administration. The animal recovered without complications.Downloads
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