TREATMENT OF UTERINE TORSION IN GOATS: A KODI AADU BREED CASE STUDY WITH MODIFIED SCHAFFER'S METHOD
Keywords:
Uterine torsion, Kodi Aadu, goat, modified Schaffer’s method, post-cervical, maternal and fetal complications, supportive therapies, simple traction, timely intervention, appropriate treatment.Abstract
Uterine torsion is a rare but serious condition in goats that can lead to maternal and fetal complications if not managed in a timely and appropriate manner. This case study presents a successful management of uterine torsion in a 2- year-old Kodi Aadu goat using the modified Schaffer’s method. The doe had shown symptoms of abdominal straining and dullness, and upon examination, a post cervical right side torsion was diagnosed. The torsion was corrected using the modified Schaffer’s method, and the doe was treated with various medicines and supportive therapies. A live female kid was delivered successfully by simple traction per-vaginally. The study suggests that the modified Schaffer’s method could be used for correction of post-cervical uterine torsion in goats. The importance of timely intervention and appropriate treatment in managing uterine torsion to avoid maternal and fetal complications is highlighted.