UTERINE TORSION IN A MARE IN THE FINAL THIRD OF PREGNANCY: CASE REPORT

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.973532517029

• Palavras-chave: Cesarean section. Equine. Pregnancy. Hysterectomy.

• Keywords: Cesarean section. Equine. Pregnancy. Hysterectomy.

• Abstract:

  Uterine torsion in mares is an uncommon complication, but one that predisposes to serious complications. Signs of abdominal pain are common and can be confused with disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Immediate care is important due to the risk of death for mother and fetus. This paper reports the case of a mare referred to the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Franca with signs of severe abdominal pain. After rectal palpation, ultrasound and vaginoscopy, it was possible to diagnose uterine torsion. The decision was made to perform a caesarean section and hysterectomy. During the surgical procedure, the uterine torsion was confirmed, and the fetus was removed without success and the hysterectomy was performed. The mare made a full recovery in the post-operative period and was discharged after eight days in hospital.