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Bilateral inguinal hernia in a pig-tailed monkey (Macaca nemestrina)
Laboratory Animal Science
|June 1, 1979
Summary
A pig-tailed monkey experienced bilateral inguinal hernias after escaping and being recaptured. Surgical repair led to a full recovery, highlighting successful intervention for this condition in non-human primates.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Primate Research
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Inguinal hernias are a known condition in various species.
- Understanding the predisposing factors and successful treatments is crucial for animal welfare.
Observation:
- A single pig-tailed macaque (Macaca nemestrina) presented with bilateral inguinal hernias.
- The condition occurred subsequent to an escape incident and recapture.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention was performed to repair the bilateral inguinal hernias.
- The macaque demonstrated a complete recovery following the surgical procedure.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for physical trauma leading to hernias in primates.
- Successful surgical repair offers a viable treatment option for similar cases in veterinary practice.
- Further research into stress-induced conditions in captive primates may be warranted.