A new laparoscopic approach for ovariohysterectomy by tracing the round ligaments in a bitch

Abstract

Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgery that is widely used in humans and animals. Ovariohysterectomy (OHE) is one of the most common operations in dogs as it is encouraged by governmental policy in Taiwan. In this study, we presented a new laparoscopic approach to OHE in dogs by tracing the round ligaments rather than exploring around the ovaries through dissection of tissues near the ovaries or the uterus. The latter may result in soft tissue injury around the ovaries or the uterus. To our knowledge, this is a new laparoscopic approach for locating the ovaries directly by tracing the round ligaments and reducing soft tissue injury due to dissection. This approach may be useful for the veterinary clinician.