FETAL MACERATION IN A KANNI BITCH
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S. Prakash
Assistant Professor, Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Veterinary College and Research Institute, TANUVAS, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur
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V. Prabaharan
Assistant Professor, Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Veterinary College and Research Institute, TANUVAS, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur
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S. Satheshkumar
Professor and Head, Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Veterinary College and Research Institute, TANUVAS, Orathanadu – 614 625, Thanjavur
Keywords:
Canine, Fetus, Maceration, BonesAbstract
A pluriparous Kanni bitch which was presented with the history of brownish vaginal discharge. Detailed gynaecological examination revealed presence of macerated fetal bones in the birth canal. Further, ultrasonographic examination revealed fetal bones in the uterus. Treatment with dextrose and oxytocin successfully expelled the macerated fetus. Animal had an uneventful recovery with antibiotic coverage.
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