POSTPARTUM UTERINE PROLAPSE IN A BITCH – CASE REPORT

Abstract

A 2-year old postpartum bitch was presented to Multidisciplinary Veterinary Clinic ‘Bulgaria’, Sofia with symptoms of shock and a complete bicornuate prolapse of the uterus. Measures to correct the shock were taken, while the uterine tissue was disinfected with an isotonic solution. After the patient was hemodynamically stable, an ovariohysterectomy was performed, followed by cervicopexy. The patient’s postoperative recovery involved temporary urinary retention due to swelling of soft tissues, which was managed with a foley catheter two days. Antibiotic, antiinflammatory treatment and pain reaction monitoring after the surgery were performed. The patient status was followed daily and full recovery was registered after a week.