TREATMENT OF DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA IN BUFFALOES |
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Authors: | J. Singh B. Prasad R. Kumar R. N. Kohli S. S. Rathor |
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Affiliation: | College of Veterinary Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India |
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Abstract: | The surgical treatment of diaphragmatic hernia attempted on 19 lactating buffaloes is described. Thirteen cases recovered uneventfully, 1 recovered after developing brisket oedema and 5 died, 3 during surgery and 2 postoperatively. The desired depth of anaesthesia was achieved by the administration of 6% chloral hydrate followed by 5% thiopentone sodium. A postxiphoid approach and the use of a continuous lock stitch suture were preferred to repair the vent in the diaphragm. Pre- and post-operative use of hydrocortisones and fluids and sufficient tissue oxygenation by controlled positive pressure respiration are believed to be keys to the success of the treatment adopted. |
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