Successful clinical management of uterine prolapse in a postpartum goat

Abstract

A 5-year-old non-descript doe was presented to the Veterinary Clinical Complex PGIVER Jaipur with a history of recent parturition followed by complete uterine prolapse. The animal had delivered a dead foetus in the morning, and shortly thereafter the uterus was observed hanging outside the vulva. Clinical examination revealed a congested but viable prolapsed uterine mass and rectal temperature of 100.4°F. The mass was thoroughly washed with 1% potassium permanganate solution, treated with povidone-iodine and cold application, and repositioned successfully. Supportive therapy including intravenous fluids, antibiotics, corticosteroid, calcium, oxytocin, and anti-inflammatory drugs was administered. The animal recovered uneventfully.