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[Retropharyngeal abscess in cattle. A case report]
S Stocker1, U Geissbühler, A Steiner
1Abteilung für Wiederkäuer, Klinik für Nutztiere und Pferde, Universität Bern.
Schweizer Archiv Fur Tierheilkunde
|January 1, 1997
Summary
A 5-year-old cow with retropharyngeal abscessation experienced swelling and difficulty breathing. Surgical intervention and antibiotic treatment led to complete healing within five months.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Ruminant Health
Background:
- Retropharyngeal abscessation is a significant condition in cattle.
- Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A 5-year-old cow presented with fever, extended head/neck posture, salivation, and inspiratory noise.
- Physical examination, radiography, and endoscopy confirmed retropharyngeal abscessation.
Findings:
- Initial treatment with procaine-penicillin and linseed rubefacients was followed by surgical intervention.
- The abscess was surgically approached, leading to intraoperative drainage into the oropharynx.
- Complete resolution of the retropharyngeal abscess was achieved five months post-surgery.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful management of a complex retropharyngeal abscess in cattle.
- The modified Whitehouse approach proved effective for surgical drainage.
- Prompt diagnosis and a multi-modal treatment strategy are essential for resolving bovine retropharyngeal abscesses.