Management of preputial prolapse in a gir bull: Posthioplasty-a successful surgical approach

Abstract

A 5-year-old Gir bull (400?kg) was presented with a protruding mass from the preputial cavity. Clinical examination revealed oedematous, lacerated, and necrotic areas of the preputial mucosa, indicating chronic preputial prolapse. The condition likely developed due to chronic inflammation from smegma accumulation and preputial hair following recent natural service. Under epidural analgesia using 2% lignocaine hydrochloride, along with local infiltration, the prolapsed tissue was surgically excised. A purse-string suture was used to close the incision. Postoperative management included antibiotics, antihistamines, and NSAIDs to control infection, inflammation, and pain. The bull recovered uneventfully and returned to normal function within 28 days.