Pyometra in a six-month-old nulliparous golden hamster (Mesocricetus auratus) treated with aglepristone.

摘要

A case of pyometra in a 6-month-old nulliparous golden hamster was described [Italy, date not given]. The animal presented with a continuous whitish and bad-smelling discharge from the vulva 2 days after the end of the last oestrus. Minor reduction in feed intake and polydipsia were also observed. Clinical examination showed that the hamster was active and had good body condition. Gynaecological examination revealed a swollen vulva and presence of mucopurulent discharge. Microscopic examination of the discharge showed presence of mucopurulent exudate with segmented neutrophils. The uterine body and horns appeared dilated and contained heterogenic fluid presenting flocculation as shown by ultrasound examination. Based on history, clinical signs, cytology and ultrasonographic findings, a diagnosis of pyometra was made. Treatment comprised of subcutaneous injection of aglepristone (20 mg/kg body weight) and oral administration of marbofloxacin (2 mg/kg body weight every 24 h for 10 days). Improvements in the condition of the hamster were observed after therapy.