Laparoscopic examination and chronical venous catheterization in pig in Thailand

Abstract

This experiment is the first observation in Thailand which intended to determine whether the technique of laparoscopy and chronical venous catheterization in pig can be employed in tropical condition without any severe complication.

Forty laparoscopic examinations performed in 10 gilts showed no sign of severe complication, neither during nor after operation. Feasibility test for chronical venous catheterization performed in other 2 gilts and 6 sows was also successful. There were no complication found and the catheter could be kept patent for an average period of 3-4 weeks. Thus, both laparoscopic examination and chronical venous catheterization can be employed in pig which are rearing in the tropical condition, especially in Thailand.