Dicephalic Monstrosity in a Heifer

Authors

  • JOHN ABRAHAM College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Pookot, Lakkidi P.O. Wayanad- 673 576, Kerala.
  • S BIHU
  • INDU V RAJ
  • BINDU LAKSHMANAN

Keywords:

Cow, Dystocia, Dicephalic monster

Abstract

A 3 ½ year old crossbred heifer with normal gestation and prolonged labour pain was presented.
Obstetrical examination revealed a craniophagus dicephalic foetus. Caesarian section was resorted to
deliver a live female dicephalic monster. The anatomical structure of the monster is described and discussed.

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Published

2007-12-31

Issue

Vol. 28 No. 2 (2007): Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction

Section

Research Article