Abstract
This study was designed to evaluate the modified Goetz-one-stage repair technique for
reconstruction of third-degree perineal lacerations (TDPLs) in female camels. Fifteen
female dromedary camels with TDPL were surgically reconstructed using the modified Goetz
one-stage repair using the three-line closure technique. The surgical outcomes, the
interval between repair and breeding, and the postoperative conception of the operated
female camels were recorded and analyzed. During the 12-month postoperative follow-up
period, TDPLs in 14 female camels (93.33%) healed completely by the first intention with
mild inflammatory edema and infection in 2 female camels. One camel (6.67%) had a
rectovaginal fistula, which was successfully repaired with suturing through the vaginal
approach. Of the 15 female camels, 13 (86.67%) subsequently became pregnant through
natural mating within 3 to 6 months postoperatively; however, 2 (13.33%) were one was
immature and the other was barren which referred for gynecological treatment. The modified
Goetz one-stage repair technique was successful in 14 of the 15 female camels after a
single surgery, with a low incidence of postoperative complications. This technique is
efficient for the repair of TDPLs in female camels, with promising results for subsequent
fertility.