Hydroamnion Associated with Fetal Deformity and Prolonged Gestation in a Crossbreed Jersey Cow
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https://doi.org/10.48165/ijar.2024.45.02.29Keywords:
Prolonged Gestation, Hidramnion, Partial Fetotomy, Fetal DeformityAbstract
A primiparous crossbreed Jersey cow with history of prolonged gestation and abdominal distension was presented. Parturition was induced with cloprostenol sodium and dexamethasone. After 48hrs the cervix was fully dilated and the water bag was ruptured with a bp blade approximately 40-50 liters of fluid gushed out. Based on the appearance of fluid the case was diagnosed as Hidramnion. Partial fetotomy was done and then a stab incision on ventral abdomen of fetus to remove accumulated fluid. Forced traction was applied to deliver deformed fetus.
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