Kulinych, S., Jaskowski, J., Kyrychko, O., Petrenko, M., & Panasova, T.
(2025).
Lymphatic effusions in cows: Diagnosis and treatment.
Ukrainian Journal of Veterinary Sciences,
16(4),
63-83.
https://doi.org/10.31548/veterinary4.2025.63
The relevance of the study was determined by the insufficient study of the lymph changes in various pathological conditions of cows and the lack of effective approaches to lymphatic effusions diagnosis and treatment in veterinary practice. Thus, the aim of this scientific study was to improve the diagnosis of lymphatic effusions in cows and methods of their treatment. Clinical, planometric, cytological, haematological and statistical research methods were used in the study. The feasibility of using an environmentally friendly, natural remedy – a solution of Poltava bischofite – was substantiated. Clinical studies diagnosed similar lymphatic effusions in the area of the cow’s withers, caused by injuries sustained due to design flaws in the farm’s equipment. The development of lymphatic effusions was characterised by the formation of a weak inflammatory reaction, as evidenced by a relatively low number of leukocytes in the puncture. In smears from the lymph puncture, an increase in the number of dystrophically altered epithelial cells and leukocyte accumulation was noted. The therapy involved performing a relieving puncture, after which a 10.0% iodine solution (traditional method) was injected into the effusion cavity of some animals, and a solution of Poltava bischofite (proposed method) was injected into others. The clinical condition of the cows was monitored and the composition of the lymph effusion puncture was determined. A temporary exacerbation of the inflammatory reaction was noted after the introduction of the Poltava bischofite solution into the cavity, which was accompanied by an increase in the number of leukocytes and total protein content in the effusion puncture. During the treatment of cows with the Poltava bischofite solution, a decrease in the number of leukocytes in the blood was recorded, indicating its stimulating effect on the restoration of affected tissues. The number of erythrocytes and haemoglobin content in the blood of these cows also increased. The proposed method of therapy using Poltava bischofite solution has shown high therapeutic efficacy and can therefore be recommended as a therapeutic agent for traumatic effusions in cows. The results of the scientific study have practical value for veterinary doctors who ensure animal welfare
cattle; animal welfare; closed mechanical injuries; lymph; Poltava bischofite
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