One of the most prevalent postoperative complications following rumenotomy is ruminocutaneous
fistulation, which can cause significant economic issue in ruminant. The aim of this
study was to determine the clinical, hematobiochemical, and ultrasonographic variations in
rumino-cutaneous fistulation before and after surgical correction in buffaloes. Five buffaloes
with rumino-cutaneous fistulation and five clinically healthy buffaloes were evaluated in this
study. Buffaloes with rumino-cutaneous fistulation exhibited reduced appetite, decreased
rumen motility, scanty feces, and significant alterations in hematobiochemical parameters
compared with clinically healthy control buffaloes. Ultrasonographically, buffaloes with
rumino-cutaneous fistulation displayed a significantly lower rate of rumen contractions and a
substantial increase in the thickness of ruminal and abdominal walls. Significant postoperative
improvement in clinical, hematobiochemical and ultrasonographic parameters in affected
buffaloes was noted. In conclusion, rumino-cutaneous fistula is a common surgical
complication of rumenotomy and rumen trocarization in buffaloes. Surgical interference by
excision of fistulous tract is satisfied for treatment. Ultrasonographic, clinical and
hematobiochemical examinations are essential for the proper assessment of rumino-cutaneous
fistulation before and after surgical correction in buffaloes. |
