<![CDATA[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 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%) 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.]]>
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