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Persistent urachal remnant causing intestinal strangulation in a cow.

G M Baxter1, B J Darien, C E Wallace

  • 1Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery, University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine, Athens 30602.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|September 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

A persistent urachal remnant caused internal strangulation of a cow's small intestine. Surgical removal of the urachal band resolved the colic without requiring intestinal resection.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Surgery
  • Bovine Medicine
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Persistent urachal remnants are uncommon congenital anomalies in cattle.
  • Urachal remnants can lead to complications such as infection or herniation.
  • Colic in cattle necessitates thorough diagnostic evaluation to identify the underlying cause.

Observation:

  • A 2-year-old cow presented with colic.
  • Exploratory laparotomy revealed a persistent urachal remnant.
  • The urachal remnant formed an internal loop strangulating 6-8 cm of the ileum.

Findings:

  • The urachal remnant was a thin, cord-like band connecting the umbilicus to the bladder apex.
  • The band created an internal hernial loop causing small intestinal strangulation.

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  • Surgical intervention involved detaching the urachus at the umbilicus and ligating it at the bladder apex.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights a rare cause of intestinal strangulation in cattle.
    • Early diagnosis and surgical management of persistent urachal remnants are crucial.
    • Understanding congenital anomalies is vital for effective veterinary surgical practice.