Therapeutic management of pyometra in a bitch
Author(s):
Ankesh Kumar and CS Azad
Abstract:
Canine pyometra is a common pathological affection of intact bitches and it induces the high mortality in bitches if not treated. A bitch of breed German shepherd aged 5 years, weight 35 kg, with the body temp of 1030F, lethargy, depression, polydipsia, vomiting, mucopurulent vaginal discharge and malodorous was presented to Gynaecology Department of Bihar veterinary College Patna and on hematological examinations, leucocytosis & anaemia were seen, biochemical parameters were also increased likes Blood urea nitrogen (37.95 mg/dl), Alanine aminotransferase (127.68 IU/L) and total protein (8.01g/dl), whereas the blood glucose level was decreased (48.56 mg/dl). The bitch was treated with lower dose of Prostaglandin F2 alpha and antimicrobial along with some supportive therapy and successfully cured.
How to cite this article:
Ankesh Kumar, CS Azad. Therapeutic management of pyometra in a bitch. Pharma Innovation 2018;7(11):565-566.