A Case Report on Fetal Mummification in A Cat

Abstract

Fetal mummification is an uncommon condition in most domestic species. While most often seen in multiparous and polytocous species, it is also observed in monotocous species when the fetus is retained for a long time. This case reportdescribes the successful management of mummified fetus in a three-year-old calico cat which was presented to SAQ Teaching Veterinary Hospital, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University with a history of full-term gestation and non-progressive signs of labor. Radiography revealed presence of bony structures in the uterus. Ultrasonography aided in the final diagnosis of the condition. Themummified fetus was carefully removed by surgery following the standardprocedure.Post-operative antibiotics and analgesics were given which ensured an uneventful recovery of the patient.