Physiology and Pharmacology of the Postpartum Cow and Retained Fetal Membranes

Authors

  • Katherine Bretzlaff Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery, Texas A &M University, College Station, TX 77843

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro19877457

Keywords:

Retained fetal membranes, endometritis, involution, cyclicity, fertility, reproductive performance

Abstract

Retained fetal membranes (RFM) in dairy cows are frequently associated with postpartum endometritis, delayed involution, delayed onset of cyclicity, and reduced reproductive performance. Numerous reports and recommendations for the treatment of RFM have been published, yet the search continues for a method to prevent the occurrence of the condition or at least reduce its effect on fertility.

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Published

1987-11-10

Issue

1987

Section

General Session IV