Distocia fetal em égua - relato de caso

Abstract

Dystocia is defined as a complicated delivery and may result from maternal or fetal conditions that prevent fetal passage adequately. This report aims to describe a case of fetal dystocia in mare, attended at the Veterinary Hospital of UFPB in Areia, PB, addressing the main procedures performed including the obstetric maneuver to remove the fetus, the subsequent treatment for placental retention and progression of the fetus. Laminite frame. A five-year-old Quarter Horse mare weighing 436 kg was diagnosed pregnant with full-term fetus and fetal dystocia. Fetal static was anterior longitudinal presentation with superior position, flexion of the neck and scapulohumeral joint. Retropulsion was performed to correct fetal static and subsequent fetal traction with the aid of obstetric currents. Estradiol cypionate was prescribed; Ampicillin as antibiotic therapy; Flunixin meglumine and Firocoxib for pain control; cryotherapy to prevent the development of laminitis. Results obtained according to treatment were positive. It was concluded that equine dystocia is much more often caused by the fetus compared to maternal changes, and regardless of the origin of the dystocia, it is essential to perform a fast and sequential obstetric examination of the obstetric maneuver in order to minimize the risks of perineal, vulvo-vaginal lacerations and rectal prolapses, which constitute additional complications, endangering the mother's life.