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  • 1Department of Large Animal Surgery and Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL 36849.

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Omphaloceles in newborn calves can be successfully treated with herniorrhaphy if the amnion covering remains intact. Ruptured omphaloceles in calves often lead to severe contamination and euthanasia.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Congenital Defects
  • Surgical Outcomes

Background:

  • Omphalocele is a congenital condition where abdominal organs protrude through the umbilical defect, covered by amnion.
  • This defect requires prompt veterinary attention for potential surgical correction.

Observation:

  • Two calves presented with omphaloceles shortly after unassisted birth.
  • One calf had intact amnion covering the herniated organs, while the other had a ruptured covering.

Findings:

  • The calf with intact amnion underwent successful herniorrhaphy.
  • The calf with a ruptured omphalocele experienced severe abdominal contamination and was euthanatized during laparotomy.

Implications:

  • Early detection and surgical intervention are crucial for omphalocele treatment in calves.

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  • The integrity of the amnion covering significantly impacts the prognosis and treatment success of neonatal omphaloceles.