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Successful replacement of the urinary bladder following exteriorisation during bite‐induced scrotal trauma in a domestic rabbit ( Oryctolagus cuniculus )

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Scrotal exteriorisation of abdominal viscera is rarely reported in domestic rabbits and constitutes a surgical emergency. This report describes traumatic inguinoscrotal herniation of the urinary bladder in a domestic rabbit ( Oryctolagus cuniculus ), a 4‐month‐old entire male, following bite‐induced scrotal avulsion during territorial aggression. Clinical examination, laboratory testing and ultrasonography confirmed bladder exteriorisation without evidence of rupture. Surgical management included decompressive cystocentesis and a combined abdominal and inguinal approach to allow controlled reduction, assessment of bladder viability and secure closure of the external inguinal ring with absorbable monofilament suture. Cystopexy was performed due to suspected attenuation of vesical support structures, and contralateral orchiectomy was carried out. Postoperative recovery was uneventful, with only mild transient haematuria and subsequent normalisation of laboratory parameters. No recurrence or urinary dysfunction was observed at 30‐day follow‐up. Early stabilisation, prompt surgical intervention and anatomical reinforcement were critical for a favourable outcome.

Source: Veterinary Record Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/vrc2.70490

Authors: Delcio Almeida Magalhães, Ana Beatriz Portes Gonçalves, Milena Aimi Taguchi, Maria Jaqueline Mamprim de Arruda Monteiro, Sheila Canevese Rahal

Institution: Universidade Estadual Paulista (Unesp)

Language: English

Topic: Veterinary Medicine and Surgery

Subfield: Small Animals

Field: Veterinary

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,480