Bovine Mammoscopy

A New Method for Evaluating and Treating Teat Obstructions

Authors

  • Stephen B. Adams Purdue University, School of Veterinary Medicine, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907
  • Harold E. Amstutz Purdue University, School of Veterinary Medicine, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907
  • Phillip N. Boehm Purdue University, School of Veterinary Medicine, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro19867638

Keywords:

teat obstruction, partial, complete, lesions, teat canal, teat sinus, gland cistern

Abstract

Partial and complete teat obstruction occurs in dairy cattle and often is caused by trauma. (1, 2) Lesions may occur in the teat canal, teat sinus, gland cistern, or in multiple sites. (3, 4) Teat obstructions proximal to the teat canal have been described as spiders and this condition is caused by proliferation of accessory glands and the formation of fibrous tissue with tumor-like masses which block the flow of milk. (5)

Cover image of the 20th Conference Proceedings: a herd of cattle grazing on a green, grassy knoll. Half the herd are lying down, enjoying the bright afternoon sunshine.

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Published

1986-11-18

Issue

1986

Section

Research Summaries