Biomass With Tissue Conglomeration In A Python - A Case Report [Abstract]
N.S. Manoharan1, M.G. Jayathangaraj2 and V.Krishnamoorthy3
1Veterinarian, Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Vandalur, Chennai – 600 048,
INDIA; 2Associate Professor, Dept. of Wildlife Science, Madras Veterinary College,
Chennai-7; 3Veterinary officer (Ret’d), Forest Dept., Tamilnadu and Elephant
specialist, Chennai
Abstract. A python was brought from nearby Snake Park to Arignar
Anna Zoological Park, Vandalur, Chennai with a history of anorexia, dullness and swelling
at the anterior third of the body. Clinical enquiry revealed the persistence of swelling
for about a month and the palpation revealed a moderately hard mass. The radiographic
examination revealed the presence of a moderately dense mass at the esophageal region.
Subsequent to chemical immobilization, an operation was carried out using aseptic
techniques and seven tennis ball-sized biomass materials with tissue conglomeration were
noticed. The materials were removed slowly, avoiding any undue stress to the captive
python. Sutures were placed at the incision site and the python was treated by
intramuscular injection of enrofloxacin for a week. The captive python recovered
uneventfully and was later found to be active, regaining its routine appetite.
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