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Studies on gangrenous mastitis in goats
M T Abu-Samra1, S M Elsanousi, M A Abdalla
1Department of Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Khartoum, Sudan.
The Cornell Veterinarian
|July 1, 1988
Summary
Gangrenous mastitis in goats, a sudden onset udder disease, is effectively treated in early stages with antibiotics and supportive care. Advanced stages require surgical intervention for successful outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Pathology
Background:
- Gangrenous mastitis is a severe udder infection affecting lactating goats.
- The condition presents with rapid onset, hyperemia, edema, and discoloration of the udder.
Purpose of the Study:
- To categorize the stages of gangrenous mastitis in goats.
- To identify the causative agent of the disease.
- To evaluate treatment strategies for different stages of gangrenous mastitis.
Main Methods:
- Clinical diagnosis and staging of 150 goats with gangrenous mastitis.
- Bacteriological isolation of Staphylococcus aureus from milk samples.
- Histopathological examination of affected udder tissues.
- Evaluation of treatment outcomes based on disease stage.
Main Results:
- Coagulase-positive Staphylococcus aureus was isolated from 60% of goats.
- Histopathology revealed connective tissue proliferation, thrombosis, and necrosis.
- Early and intermediate stages responded well to systemic and intramammary terramycin, diuretics, and topical antiseptics.
- Late-stage disease required surgical treatment.
Conclusions:
- Gangrenous mastitis in goats has distinct stages requiring tailored treatment.
- Prompt medical treatment is effective for early and intermediate stages.
- Surgery is essential for managing late-stage gangrenous mastitis.
