Treatment of diaphragmatic hernia in buffaloes.
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.
D000818:Animals; D002020:Buffaloes / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006549:Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D011644:Puerperal Disorders / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*