Estasis folicular preovulatorio e intervención quirúrgica en drágon barbudo (pogona vitticeps) en zoológico de Cali.

Abstract

Follicular stasis is understood as the process of anovulation by the ovaries, and that as the follicles grow, they move and compress the organs of the cell cavity, later the follicles can break by mechanical pressure and generate future alterations like cellomitis which is a possible serious complication that can compromise the life of the patient. Pasantía Fundación Zoológica de Cali This case report deals with one of the most frequent diseases of the reptile reproductive system, follicular stasis, which is a typical cause of visiting the veterinary office. A bearded dragon-type patient was studied in which the diagnosis was made through physical examination, ultrasound and X-ray, and it was resolved by surgical intervention. The predisposing factors for this condition, the diagnostic methods and the possible solutions regarding the case were mentioned.