Assistência Técnica Veterinária em propriedades de gado de leite

Abstract

The period of raising dairy cattle is the most vulnerable period for the emergence of diseases, which requires greater care and attention, due to high rates of mortality and economic losses. Among the diseases that can occur in this period, umbilical disorders, such as, for example, umbilical hernias stand out. For the evolution of the hernia, the formation of the hernial ring is necessary, which consists of a defect in the wall of the abdominal cavity, serving as a channel for the passage of the viscera. In the diagnosis, a good anamnesis and physical evaluation are essential. OBJECTIVES: To describe the surgical technique of umbilical hernia in the field in a female bovine, approximately 3 months old, of the girolando half-blood breed. METHODOLOGY: During the physical examination of the animal on palpation and inspection, a protuberance of the umbilical region of firm and reducible consistency, measuring about 8 cm, with absence of sensitivity, confirming the diagnosis of umbilical hernia. Based on the clinical evaluation, the procedure applied was the surgical treatment of closed herniorrhaphy. Using general and local anesthetic as well as standard surgical technique. RESULTS: The surgical procedure was performed successfully, the animal recovered well, with removal of the stitches after twelve days. CONCLUSION: Early diagnosis of umbilical hernia is essential, because with proper treatment the rate of loss and disposal of animals are lower. In the case in question, the discovery of the disease in its initial stage contributed to the choice of protocol to be applied, taking into account the particularities of the patient, minimizing the risks.