A MANAGEMENT OF DYSTOCIA DUE TO FETAL MALPOSTURE IN A 3-YEAR-OLD UDA EWE: A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Aim: The case aim was to manage the ewe (dam) suffering from dystocia due to fetal malposition and save lives.

Methodology: Repulsion and limb flexion were corrected, while the head and body were gently manually retracted. Uterine lavage was made using normal saline containing Septol ®. Instillation of two Vetcotrim® boli intrauterine. The dam was given antibiotics, a multivitamin, and a diclofenac injection.

Result: On the first day, the laboratory findings revealed leukocytosis and mild anaemia while the dead fetus was retracted from the pelvic cavity. By day two during follow-up, the vital parameters - TPR (Temperature, pulse and respiratory rate) of the dam were slightly high while the vulva of the dam was intact and the foul-smelling reduced but the lamb was alert and, able to suck milk from the dam. On day three, the TPR reduced, and the discharge odour from the vulva of the dam was off, and the appetite was improving while the lamb was healthy and suckling milk very well. Four days post management revealed the vital parameters were almost within the normal range, and there was serous discharge from the vulva of the dam and the appetite improved while the lamb was active, and suckling milk. On day five, the TPR were within the normal range, there was no discharge from the vulva, and the dam was feeding well. The lamb was active and in good condition.

Conclusion

Dystocia can be managed without a cesarean section, and the fetus can be delivered. This approach can be applied in locations where surgical facilities are limited or when the dam's health status does not fit surgery.