This study was conducted to compare Ventral Median Approach (OHM) and Lateral Flank Approach (OHF) for feline ovariohysterectomy (OH).Fifteen healthy local female cats (Felis catus) with body weights ranged 2-4 kg and aged 1-2 years were divided into two Frame groups, OHM (n= 8) and OHF (n= 7).Prior to OH, the cats were anesthethized using ketamine-xylazine and the sugery was performed by the same operator.The wound scoring showed a significantly higher difference in the OHM group on day 3 and 4 post-surgery.
Scores of erythematous, swelling and dehiscence showed no significant differences.The 4Avet pain scale was significantly higher in OHF at the 2, 6, and 12-hours post surgery.The pain response was evaluated using baseline tactile Semmes-Weinstein Monofilaments and was significantly higher in OHF than OHM on day 1 to day 5 post surgery.Blood hematology, blood glucose and wound healing duration did not differ significantly between groups.
The OHF approach showed greater post-operative pain than the OHM approach.Wound dehiscence was observed in two cats (25%) King Adjustable Base in OHM group from day 4 post-operative.The OHM approach showed a greater risk of complications than the OHF group and therefore requires better post-operative care.The OHF group showed a smaller risk of complications but requires better post-operative analgesic therapy.