A Study on Pyometra in Canines
S. S. Chavan
Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara, India.
K. P. Khillare *
Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara, India.
A. B. Mali
Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara, India.
M. N. Rangnekar
Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara, India.
R. R. Shelar
Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Aim: To study the incidence of and to review pyometra in canines.
Place and Duration of Study: Veterinary Clinical Complex, Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara. September 4th, 2024 to February 26th, 2025.
Methodology: We included 11 bitches with pyometra, both open and closed cervix type, as confirmed by clinical signs and transabdominal ultrasound. Hematological studies were also carried out.
Results: There were 140 case records of bitches with the history of physio-pathological reproductive problems presented in TVCC during the period from September 4th, 2024 to February 26th, 2025. Out of 140 case records, 11 cases (or 7.85%) were pyometra in canines. Ovariohysterectomy was the treatment of choice in seven out of the 11 cases. The rest were managed medically to preserve the future breeding potential of the bitches, which included treatment with antibiotic ceftriaxone/tazobactum, anti-prolactin drug cabergoline and supportive fluid therapy. 100% resolution was observed in both treatment regimens however; the disease recurred in one out of the 4 medically managed cases in the next estrous cycle.
Conclusion: Pyometra is a common reproductive disorder in canines
Keywords: Pyometra, transabdominal ultrasound, canine, cabergoline