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[Caesarean section in sows anesthetized with Azaperone and Metomidate (author's transl)].
Nordisk Veterinaermedicin
|February 1, 1976
Summary
This study evaluated caesarean sections and hysterectomies in sows, finding that 70% of piglets survived surgery. Sow survival rates were 80% for caesarean sections and 76% for hysterectomies, with outcomes influenced by litter condition.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Animal Reproduction
Background:
- Surgical interventions like caesarean sections and hysterectomies are performed on gilts and sows.
- Anesthesia protocols involving Azaperone and Metomidate were utilized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the outcomes of caesarean sections and hysterectomies in swine.
- To assess piglet and sow survival rates following these surgical procedures.
Main Methods:
- Conducted 213 caesarean sections and 157 hysterectomies on gilts and sows.
- Administered neuroleptic Azaperone and hypnotic Metomidate for anesthesia, with Atropine premedication.
- Managed anesthesia duration and extended anesthesia as needed with various agents.
Main Results:
- A total of 1006 live piglets were delivered in 183 operations; 703 (70%) survived until discharge.
- Piglet survival rates varied by litter composition: 76% (all alive), 69% (alive and stillborn), 59% (alive and post-mortem).
- Overall sow survival was 78% (80% post-caesarean, 76% post-hysterectomy), with most operated animals in late-stage labor.
Conclusions:
- Caesarean sections and hysterectomies in sows can achieve significant piglet and sow survival rates.
- Piglet survival is strongly correlated with the condition of piglets at the time of delivery (alive, stillborn, or post-mortem).
- Surgical intervention in late-stage labor presents challenges but yields acceptable survival outcomes for sows.