Surgical Management of Coenurus cerebralis (Gid) in a Doe

A doe was brought with complaint of anorexia, bleating, head pressing against the wall and circling movement since last 1 month. On palpation of the occipital bone between the two horns leads to bleating. Surgical removal of coenurous cyst was done as operative site was blocked by 2% Lignocaine hydrochloride. A cruciate incision was given to remove the cyst. The flaps were sutured by interrupted pattern with silk. A benzoin seal was then applied over the wound. Dextrose saline 5% (500 ml) was administered continuously into the jugular vein during operation. Post-operative care was undertaken. Suture was removed after 8 days. The animal recovered uneventfully.