Haematobiochemical, histopathological and postoperative evaluation of laparoscopic-assisted ovariohysterectomy in bitches

Laparoscopic-assisted ovariohysterectomy was performed on 12 bitches divided into two groups of six animals each to compare the technique with three ports on the ventral midline (A) and the other with two ports on paramedian and one port on midline (B). The six bitches in each group were again randomly, equally reallocated to either of the two techniques of ovarian pedicle haemostasis i.e., endoclip application (C) and electro-cauterization (D). Haematological studies showed significantly hihger (P≤0.01) total leucocyte count and neutrophils during postoperation period. Endoclip position in radiographic evaluation was helpful. Pain score was less than 6 out of total 28, and Groups B and D showed lowest pain. Ovarian pedicle haemostasis was effective in both groups C and D.