Interpreting Post-Mortem Lesions in Feedlot Cattle

Theories, Speculations and Conclusions

Abstract

Changes seen at necropsy of feedlot cattle can be major indicators of processes and diseases presented in the lot. Careful interpretation of the lesions must be made to arrive at accurate and meaningful conclusions. Many lesions are etiologically specific, most are not. It is important to recognize which are which. The following presentation will discuss how to interpret specific lesions seen at necropsy of feedlot cattle based on the author's experience.