Successful unilateral mastectomy for gangrenous mastitis in an Etawa goat: A case study

Departement of Basic Medical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine Study Program, University of Padjadjaran, Bandung, Indonesia

^* Corresponding author: drh.septiyani@unpad.ac.id

Abstract

A Mastectomy is a type of surgery that involves removing the partial or entire mammary tissue and is commonly performed to treat chronic, gangrenous, suppurative mastitis or mammary tumors. As part of the reproductive system, the mammary glands play a crucial role in offspring nutrition and survival. Despite the mastectomy, the goat’s overall reproductive potential was maintained due to its good genetics. This study presents the clinical outcome of a unilateral mastectomy performed on an Etawa goat with gangrenous mastitis. Physical examination revealed asymmetrical udders, with the left udder displaying atrophy, hardness, necrotic tissue, and an associated ventral abdominal lesion. Hematological analysis showed leukocytosis, neutrophilia, lymphocytosis, and anemia. The affected left mammary gland was surgically excised, and the site was sutured—the anesthetic protocol using acepromazine and atropine and followed by ketamine. Post-operative treatment was enrofloxacin, tolfenamic acid, Peruvian balsam, topical antibiotics, and B-complex vitamins. The consistent observation of the area showed that the wound was healing well and indicated that this method effectively treats gangrenous mastitis in goats.