In the present study, the most surgical affections recorded in camels were cutaneous swellings papilloma and dermoid cysts, orchitis, hyper keratosis, open joint and suppurating wounds. The predilection seats of affections usually are situated in the neck, chest and limbs. Cutaneous swellings were excised successfully under the effect of tranquilizer (Rompun) and local infiltration anaesthesia. Healing was obtained by first intention within ten days. Covered bloody castration proved to be the suitable technique for surgical management of orchitis in camels.
Other lesions such as local hyperkeratosis, open joint and suppurating wounds healed by second intention within two weeks after daily applicat ion of local dressing to the affected areas, accompanied with systemic administration of antibiotics.