During a proactive patrol in Amboseli Park, the Mobile Vet Unit recently encountered a solitary male elephant engaged in what seemed like a routine activity-drinking. However, the situation took a concerning turn as the team noticed a creamy discharge at the right knee fold, suggesting a potential injury.

Despite the elephant displaying normal ambulation, the team recognized the importance of swift intervention to address the issue promptly.

Taking immediate action, the elephant was safely darted out of the drinking hole. Upon examination, a persistent creamy pus discharge was identified originating from a sub-dermal pouch approximately twenty centimeters deep.

Using long forceps, the team carefully probed the depth of the pouch to check for any foreign bodies, but none were found.

The team proceeded to drain the pouch through fist pressing, followed by a thorough cleaning using Hydrogen Peroxide. The affected area was then rinsed with a Tincture of Iodine.

To promote healing, wet green clay was packed into the pouch, and a generous application of Tetracycline wound spray was administered topically to repel flies.

The intervention concluded with the administration of 40 Naltrexone into the superficial ear vein for reversal.

Remarkably, the elephant rose with a single kick a mere three minutes post-reversal administration.

While it walked away with a bit of sluggishness, the successful reversal marked a positive turn in its recovery journey.

With the sub-dermal injury effectively drained and cleaned, the prognosis for the lone elephant is promising.

The dedicated efforts of the Mobile Vet Unit not only addressed the immediate concern but also ensured that the majestic creature could continue its journey through Amboseli Park with the best possible chances of a full recovery.