Prognosis for Survival after an Open Abomasal Surgery Following an Unsuccessful Toggle-Pin Fixation in Dairy Cows

Authors

  • G. A. Perkins Departments of Clinical Science and Population Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
  • D. V. Nydam Departments of Clinical Science and Population Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
  • S. A. Kimball Departments of Clinical Science and Population Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
  • S. L. Fubini Departments of Clinical Science and Population Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20035315

Keywords:

displaced abomasum, surgical correction, toggle-pin fixation, prognostic indicator

Abstract

Displaced abomasums are among the most common production-limiting conditions needing veterinary medical and surgical attention. Randomized clinical trials have shown an equally good prognosis for open surgical correction and toggle-pin fixation. Both procedures have advantages and disadvantages, complications and failures. There has been a perception that cows that have had toggle-pin fixation with bad outcomes may not be salvageable. The purpose of this study was to investigate the outcome of surgical correction following a failed roll-and-toggle procedure, and to identify prognostic indicators.

Cover image of the 36th Conference Proceedings: Holstein cows standing in a row at a fence. One cow has put her head through the fence and is curiously inspecting a pile of hay. Yellow background.

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Published

2003-09-18

Issue

2003

Section

Research Summaries - Dairy II

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