Fístula abomaso-umbilical em bezerro: relato de caso

Abstract

The objective of this report is to show the occurrence of abomasal-umbilical fistula in Girolando calf, describing the clinical symptoms and treatment. A calf with four months of age and 80 kg, presented history of an erythematous lesion with omphalophlebitis and umbilical edema. In the physical inspection, there was dripping of milky white secretion and the presence of an orifice in the umbilical region. It was found by digital palpation the presence of frilled tissue similar to abomasal mucosa. Through these findings, it was suggested the diagnosis of abomasal-umbilical fistula and proceeded the surgical correction of the lesion. After 15 days of the treatment, the animal received a medical discharge. Thus, we conclude that, although rare, this pathology was easily diagnosed and the therapy was able to promote the full recovery of the animal.