Comparing Pain and Stress in Cats: Laparoscopic vs. Open Surgery
Author Information
Author(s): Jeong Changwoo, Yi Kangwoo, Yu Yong, Heo Suyoung
Primary Institution: Department of Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, Jeonbuk National University, Iksan-si, Republic of Korea
Hypothesis
Laparoscopic-assisted ovariohysterectomy (LAOHE) will result in less postoperative pain, stress, and inflammation than open ovariohysterectomy (OHE), while showing comparable duration of surgery and complication rates.
Conclusion
Laparoscopic-assisted ovariohysterectomy significantly reduces postoperative pain and stress in cats compared to traditional open ovariohysterectomy.
Supporting Evidence
- Dogs in the LAOHE group exhibited significantly lower pain scores compared to the OHE group at multiple time points.
- Cortisol levels were significantly lower in the LAOHE group, indicating reduced stress.
- No significant differences in surgical time or postoperative complications were observed between the two groups.
Takeaway
This study found that a less invasive surgery for spaying cats causes less pain and stress than the traditional method.
Methodology
Thirty healthy female cats were randomly assigned to undergo either laparoscopic-assisted ovariohysterectomy or open ovariohysterectomy, with pain and stress assessed postoperatively.
Potential Biases
No significant risks of bias were reported.
Limitations
The small sample size may limit the ability to detect subtle differences, and the study focused on short-term recovery outcomes.
Participant Demographics
Thirty healthy, sexually intact female cats, primarily Korean Shorthairs.
Statistical Information
P-Value
P < 0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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