Management of Dystocia in Buffalo by Subcutaneous Fetotomy: A Case Report

Abstract

A 5 year old buffalo was presented at veterinary clinical complex for correction of dystocia. The case was unsuccessfully handled by layman for the same. The visual and vaginal examination revealed a dead fetus with both forelimbs protruded from vulva and tightly impacted head with right lateral deviation. To resolve the case, subcutaneous fetotomy was performed with judicious use of traction and followed by a course of antibiotic, anti-inflammatory and antihistaminic to manage pain and prevent secondary bacterial infection. The case was recovered uneventfully. In conclusion, subcutaneous fetotomy can be used to resolve similar cases under field conditions