Indications for and factors relating to outcome after rumenotomy or rumenostomy in cattle: 95 cases (1999–2011)

Hartnack, Amanda K.; Niehaus, Andrew J.; Rousseau, Marjolaine; Pentecost, Rebecca L.; Miesner, Matt D.; Anderson, David E.

doi:10.2460/javma.247.6.659

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“…Evidence from human medicine suggests that surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis for longer than 24 hours provides no benefit compared with administration for less than 24 hours 45 . Similarly, in bovine surgery there has been no difference detected between single‐dose prophylaxis and seven‐day postoperative therapy following rumenotomy 46 or correction of a caecal torsion 47 . In addition, there were no surgical site infection reported in a series of uncomplicated hernia repairs even though 30 per cent of these cases did not receive any prophylactic antimicrobial therapy 48 .…”

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Cross‐sectional study of antimicrobials used for surgical prophylaxis by bovine veterinary practitioners in Australia

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Antimicrobials are widely used in veterinary practices, but there has been no investigation of antimicrobial classes used or the appropriateness of their use in bovine practice. This study investigated antimicrobial use for surgical prophylaxis in bovine practice in Australia. A cross-sectional study of veterinarian antimicrobial usage patterns was conducted using an online questionnaire. Information solicited included respondent's details, the frequency with which antimicrobials were used for specific surgical conditions (including the dose, timing and duration of therapy) and details of practice antimicrobial use policies and sources of information about antimicrobials. In total, 212 members of the Australian veterinary profession working in bovine practice completed the survey. Antimicrobials were always or frequently used by more than 75 per cent of respondents in all scenarios. Generally, antimicrobial drug choice was appropriate for the reported surgical conditions. Procaine penicillin and oxytetracycline accounted for 93 per cent of use. However, there was a wide range of doses used, with underdosing and inappropriate timing of administration being common reasons for inappropriate prophylactic treatment. There was very low use of critically important antimicrobials (3.3 per cent of antimicrobials reported). Antimicrobial use guidelines need to be developed and promoted to improve the responsible use of antimicrobials in bovine practice.

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Cross‐sectional study of antimicrobials used for surgical prophylaxis by bovine veterinary practitioners in Australia

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“…There have been other studies of laparorumenotomy techniques [ 21 – 23 ], one of which determined that skin suture fixation was superior to the Weingarth’s ring technique [ 22 ]. Of 38 cattle that underwent rumenotomy, 34% were still in the herd, 37% had been removed from the herd and 29% had died or been euthanased at follow-up 5 months to 5 years after surgery [ 24 ]. The goal of the present study was to describe the treatment and course of the disease in 503 cattle diagnosed with TRP based on the results of clinical, ultrasonographic and radiographic findings.…”

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Treatment of 503 cattle with traumatic reticuloperitonitis

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BackgroundThe treatment of traumatic reticuloperitonitis (TRP) in cattle has a long and impressive history that goes back more than 100 years. This study describes treatment for TRP in 503 cattle. Initial treatment was based on radiographic findings; cattle with a foreign body attached to a magnet were treated conservatively using antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs and intravenous fluids. Cattle with a foreign body lying on the ventral aspect of the reticulum or penetrating or perforating the reticulum received a magnet in addition to medical treatment. Cattle were radiographed again the next day. When the foreign body was completely attached to the magnet, medical treatment was continued. When the foreign body was not attached or still penetrated/perforated the reticulum, a rumenotomy was carried out.ResultsOf the 503 cattle, 232 were treated conservatively, 206 underwent surgery, 61 were slaughtered or euthanased and four were treated after discharge at home with a magnet and antibiotics. Surgical treatment was significantly more successful than conservative treatment; 90% of 206 operated and 82% of 232 medically-treated cattle were discharged.ConclusionsFor practical purposes, cattle suspected of having traumatic reticuloperitonitis should initially be treated with a magnet and antibiotics and re-evaluated, ideally radiographically, when response to treatment does not occur within 3 or 4 days. Surgery is limited to cases in which the foreign body fails to completely attach to the magnet.

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“…No failures to reach complete adhesion were noted in our two‐step surgery group, providing evidence that it may be beneficial to delay cannula placement by an additional 2 to 3 days to allow for more complete adhesion of the tissues. Peritonitis and incisional infections have been reported as complications of the one‐step procedure 20 but were not observed in any of our wethers that received either surgical treatment.…”

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Influence of two rumen cannulation techniques on postoperative recovery in sheep

2020

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Objective: To determine the influence of two methods of rumen cannulation on postoperative animal welfare. Study design: Experimental study. Animals: Twelve commercial wethers (n = 6 per group). Methods: Group 1 wethers underwent a one-step procedure to place a cannula immediately after fistulation of the rumen to the skin. Group 2 wethers underwent a two-step procedure in which a portion of the rumen was externalized and held with a clamp for 9 days, after which the cannula was placed into the fistula created by removal of the clamped rumen tissue. Feed intake and vital signs were monitored daily for 24 days postoperatively. Plasma fibrinogen and serum cortisol were measured daily for 14 days postoperatively to estimate inflammatory and stress responses, respectively. Change in body weight was also assessed. Results: Cannulation method did not affect (P > .05) body weight, temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, fibrinogen level, or cumulative cortisol level. Feed intake was lower (0.82 vs 1.2 kg/d; P < .0001), and mean cortisol level was greater (124.2 vs 121.5 ng/mL; P = .038) in group 2 compared with group 1. Conclusion: Although both cannulation methods mostly elicited similar physiological responses, animals seemed to experience more discomfort and stress when undergoing the two-step procedure. Clinical significance: Rumen cannulation performed in one step is recommended to improve postoperative welfare.

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Indications for and factors relating to outcome after rumenotomy or rumenostomy in cattle: 95 cases (1999–2011)

Abstract: Results indicated that rumenotomy and rumenostomy can be effective in treating or relieving complications secondary to forestomach disorders in cattle. Bovids undergoing rumen surgery had a favorable prognosis for survival and a fair prognosis for potential return to production.

Cited by 18 publications

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Cross‐sectional study of antimicrobials used for surgical prophylaxis by bovine veterinary practitioners in Australia

Cross‐sectional study of antimicrobials used for surgical prophylaxis by bovine veterinary practitioners in Australia

Treatment of 503 cattle with traumatic reticuloperitonitis

Influence of two rumen cannulation techniques on postoperative recovery in sheep

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