Surgical management of pyometra in a miniature sow
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: An American Miniature pig sow (~ 5-year) was presented for abdominal distention and lethargy of 2 weeks duration. Initial diagnostics revealed distended fluid-filled structures in the caudal abdomen on ultrasonography, and minor alterations in biochemistry and complete blood count profiles. Exploratory laparotomy under general anesthesia revealed a large uterus distended with purulent material; ovariohysterectomy was performed. The uterine horns were friable and inadvertent rupture of the left horn occurred that was managed intraoperatively. Postoperative management included intravenous fluids, antiinflammatory and antimicrobial therapies. Complications encountered during hospitalization were mild hypotension under anesthesia and constipation/ileus during recovery. Culture of the uterine contents revealed mixed growth including Escherichia coli, Schaalia hyovaginalis, and Trueperella abortisuis. The sow was discharged 6 days after surgery and no complications were reported. Comparative management as described for other species was useful in the treatment.
Source: Clinical Theriogenology
Authors: Joe Smith, Cassandra Klostermann, Jessica Garcia, Christopher Smith, Matthew Aviles, Eduardo Prado
Institution: University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Language: English
Subfield: Small Animals
Field: Veterinary
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4408917975