Paskalev, M., A. Antonov, R. Garnoeva & R. Simeonov, 2018. A rare late post-cast­ration complication in a bitch – a case report. Bulg. J. Vet. Med., 21, No 3, 371–377.

DOI: 10.15547/bjvm.1073

A clinical case of a post-castration complication in a bitch is reported. In the paralumbar region, a fistula-forming granuloma located caudally to the left kidney was observed. Granuloma was formed around a piece of multifilament non-absorbable thread used for ligature during an ovariohysterectomy performed two years ago. The operative removal of the granuloma was accompanied by left nephrectomy. The post operative period was smooth and 4 months later, the dog was clinically healthy.

Key words: abdominal fistula, bitch, ovariohysterectomy, complications