Corrección quirúrgica de un prolapso rectal en un primate de la especie Ateles hybridus.

Abstract

This clinical report details the surgical intervention carried out to correct a rectal prolapse in an Ateles hybridus specimen, a primate maintained under care at the Hacienda Nápoles Theme Park. The need for surgery arose following the visualization of partial rectal exteriorization, a finding that was accompanied by unequivocal signs of tenesmus, anorexia, and general malaise.The procedure commenced with the establishment of a balanced anesthetic protocol, which was essential for safe manipulation and for minimizing the risk of any intraoperative complications. Next, meticulous disinfection and antisepsis of the prolapsed tissue were performed. Subsequently, the purse-string suture technique was applied, a crucial choice for restoring the anatomical integrity of the rectum and effectively preventing possible recurrence of the condition. Once the intervention was completed, the postoperative management focused on a rigorous medical regimen, which included the administration of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. This treatment was complemented by a temporary modification of the diet and strict control over the defecatory function. Subsequent clinical monitoring confirmed a highly favorable evolution: no evidence of recurrence was detected, nor were any alterations observed in the patient's behavior or normal physiological functions.