Utilização de células-tronco em fratura de metatarso na espécie caprina: relato de caso

Abstract

Goat farming is a relevant activity in Brazil, and it is common to treat fractures in goats resulting from inadequate management. This study aimed to report the application of in natura stem cells as adjuvant therapy in the treatment of exposed metatarsal fracture in a goat treated at

the Veterinary University Hospital of the Federal University of Paraíba. The patient, a five- month-old crossbred female, presented a complete and exposed fracture in the left pelvic limb,

progressing to osteomyelitis with a devitalized bone fragment. Initial treatment included immobilization with plaster, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and ozone therapy. Due to persistent infection and lack of consolidation, surgical removal of the fragment was performed

and, subsequently, application of autologous stem cells obtained from bone marrow. Thirty- five days after application, formation of bone callus was observed at the site of the injury, with

clinical and functional improvement of the affected limb. The animal was discharged after six months of follow-up. It is concluded that the use of in natura stem cells is a viable and promising alternative in bone regeneration of complex fractures, contributing to functional recovery and animal welfare.