MANAGEMENT OF AN UNUSUAL CASE OF PRE- CERVICAL UTERINE TORSION IN A CROSSBRED HOLSTEIN FRIESIAN COW
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2016-12
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Obstetrical problems adversely affect the reproductive efficiency of bovines.
Uterine torsion, the rotation of uterus on its longitudinal axis is observed frequently in dairy
cattle and buffaloes confined for long periods mostly during parturition and less commonly
during gestation. Both maternal and foetal causes are attributed to the aetiology of uterine
torsion. A four year old primiparous full term crossbred Holstein Friesian cow was presented
veterinary dispensary Chekkanurani, Madurai (Dt),Tamil Nadu with the history of
unproductive straining and inappetence and symptom of colic for past 72 hours. Gross
examination of animal showed tightened pelvic ligaments, shrinkage of udder and a stiff,
stilted stretched gait. Gynaecological examination per-vaginal and per-rectal exploration
revealed the right broad ligament crossing over the top of the twisted portion of the birth
canal which confirmed left sided pre-cervical uterine torsion of more than 360 degree with
incomplete cervical dilatation. Animal cast on the side of torsion. Rolling was applied as per
the method described by modified Schaffer‘s detorsion method. After fourth roll the torsion
was completely corrected with improper cervical dilatation. The left paramedian
laprohysterotomy performed and a dead calf was delivered. The animal recovered
uneventfully.
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TNV_IJSET_2016_5(6)4186-4190
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Veterinary Science