Management of Dystocia Due to Arthrogryposis Multiplex Foetus in a Holstein Friesian Cow
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Arthrogryposis, is one of the congenita anomalies reported in cattle and other domestic animals, is an extreme form of contracted tendons in which many joints are in flexed state. The present report about a rare case of dystocia due to Arthrogryposis multiplex foetus in a HF cross cow which was relieved per vaginally by traction. Keyword: Dystocia, traction, pervaginal, Arthrogryposis, HF cross cow.
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