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Left oblique celiotomy approach for cesarean section in standing cows
S M Parish1, J W Tyler, J V Ginsky
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman 99164-6610, USA.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|September 15, 1995
Summary
A novel left oblique celiotomy approach facilitated standing cesarean sections in cows. This technique improved surgical access and closure, proving effective for difficult calving cases.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Large Animal Medicine
- Bovine Reproduction
Background:
- Cesarean sections in cattle are often necessary for dystocia.
- Traditional surgical approaches can be challenging in standing cows.
- Minimizing surgical complications and improving outcomes is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a left oblique celiotomy for standing cesarean sections in cows.
- To assess the feasibility and outcomes of this surgical approach.
Main Methods:
- A left oblique celiotomy was performed on 18 standing cows (15 beef, 3 dairy).
- Indications included oversized/emphysematous fetus and uterine inertia.
- Surgical technique focused on improved manipulation and muscle apposition.
Main Results:
- The left oblique approach provided excellent access to the gravid uterine horn.
- Facilitated apposition of abdominal muscles (transversus abdominis, internal abdominal oblique).
- No abdominal wall hernias were observed; incision closure was straightforward.
Conclusions:
- The left oblique celiotomy is a viable and effective surgical approach for standing cesarean sections in cows.
- This technique offers advantages in fetal manipulation and abdominal wall closure.
- It is a valuable alternative for managing bovine dystocia.