Successful uterine detorsion with plank method and fetal delivery in an ewe

Abstract

A pluriparous ewe with over-gestation showing symptoms of dystocia was presented at university veterinary hospital. Per vaginal examination revealed dry and edemated birth passage with ~180° right side post cervical uterine torsion. Following diagnosis the detorsion method using wooden plank was applied. Detorsion was achieved in single roll putting moderate pressure on plank and rolling of the dam. The present report depicts a case of uterine torsion in ewe and its successful detorsion with plank method followed by per vaginal delivery of malpostured fetus. Lubrication and physical dilation of the birth canal was done. Critical examination revealed upward and backward deviation of fetal head. This malposturing of fetus was corrected using repulsion and traction techniques followed by fetus delivery by mild traction on head and both fore limbs.