Relato de caso Hérnia diafragmática em cães

Abstract

Diaphragmatic hernia is a condition characterized by partial or complete rupture of the diaphragm, allowing abdominal organs to migrate into the thoracic cavity and compromising respiratory function. This condition may have congenital or traumatic origin, with trauma such as run-overs, falls, and aggression being the most frequent causes in dogs. This study aimed to report a case of traumatic diaphragmatic hernia in a dog treated at a veterinary clinic in Palmeiras de Goiás, Goiás, highlighting the clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of the disease. The patient presented abdominal pain, dyspnea, and respiratory difficulty after probable trauma. Laboratory and imaging examinations, including thoracic radiography and abdominal ultrasonography, were performed and contributed to the diagnosis of diaphragmatic rupture. Treatment consisted of clinical stabilization followed by surgical correction of the hernia, using an appropriate anesthetic protocol, repositioning of the herniated structures, and diaphragm reconstruction. Postoperative management included analgesia, antibiotic therapy, fluid therapy, and intensive monitoring, resulting in satisfactory patient recovery. It was concluded that early diagnosis associated with rapid surgical intervention and adequate postoperative care is essential to increase survival and recovery rates in dogs affected by diaphragmatic hernia.