Pyometra in Bitches: A Review

Abstract

Pyometra is a common disease in countries including India where elective spaying is not routinely performed. Incidence of pyometra is more in nulliparous bitches and bitches greater than 4 years of age. The disease is associated with a variety of clinical symptoms and is life threatening in severe cases. Pyometra is a medical emergency that requires rapid intervention to prevent overwhelming sepsis. Without treatment, the infection is fatal.