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Comparative evaluation of different techniques for herniorrhaphy in calves.
A Fatima1, M Arif Khan1, S Aslam1
1Department of Veterinary Surgery and Pet Sciences, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Out fall road 54000, Lahore-Pakistan.
Polish Journal of Veterinary Sciences
|July 21, 2022
Summary
Mesh application is the superior technique for umbilical hernia repair in calves, showing better weight gain and faster healing without recurrence. This method is safer and has no adverse systemic health effects on young cattle.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Calf Health Management
Background:
- Umbilical hernia is a prevalent condition in young calves, impacting both dairy and local farming sectors.
- Effective surgical repair is crucial for calf welfare and economic viability in livestock production.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the outcomes of four distinct surgical herniorrhaphy techniques in young calves.
- To identify the most effective and safest surgical method for umbilical hernia repair in this age group.
Main Methods:
- Twenty-four young calves with umbilical hernias were divided into four groups (A, B, C, D).
- Each group underwent a different surgical technique: Group A (Vicryl Plus, pants-over-west), Group B (mesh, Dexon, simple interrupted), Group C (closed, Nylon, vertical mattress), and Group D (clamp, Silk, simple interrupted).
Main Results:
- The mesh application method (Group B) demonstrated superior results in terms of feed intake, body weight gain, and healing time.
- No recurrence of hernias was observed in any group.
- Hematological changes were non-significant (p≤0.05) across all techniques, indicating no major systemic impact.
Conclusions:
- Mesh application for umbilical hernia repair in calves is a safer and more effective technique compared to the other three methods evaluated.
- This surgical intervention does not appear to have adverse systemic effects on the overall health of the calves.
