Double-layer mesh hernioplasty for repairing umbilical hernias in 10 goats*

Authors

JOSE M. VILAR
JUAN A. CORBERA
GIUSEPPE SPINELLA

Abstract

Umbilical hernias in goats are uncommon and can vary in their etiology and management. Hernioplasty can be done by closing the abdominal wall with a horizontal mattress pattern using absorbable sutures. However, larger defects (hernial ring size >3 cm) generally require the use of prosthetic materials that allow for a tension-free repair. In this study, 10 young female goats with umbilical hernias and hernial ring sizes ranging from 7-10 cm in width were treated using a double-layer polypropylene mesh. An ultrasonographic examination was performed to assess healing and connective tissue production.

DOI

10.3906/vet-1006-365

Keywords

Umbilical hernia, polypropylene mesh, hernioplasty, ultrasonography, goat

First Page

131

Last Page

135

Recommended Citation

VILAR, JOSE M.; CORBERA, JUAN A.; and SPINELLA, GIUSEPPE (2011) "Double-layer mesh hernioplasty for repairing umbilical hernias in 10 goats*," Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences: Vol. 35: No. 2, Article 11. https://doi.org/10.3906/vet-1006-365
Available at: https://journals.tubitak.gov.tr/veterinary/vol35/iss2/11