Amputation of Prolapsed Cervical Rings

Authors

  • Lawrence E. Heider The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
  • Vernon L. Tharp The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

Abstract

The cow's cervix is normally two to four inches in length and three-fourths to two and three fourths in diameter. The cervix in a heifer may be smaller than the minimum size given for cows. As a cow increases in the number of parturitions and in age, the size of her cervix usually increases. The size of the cervix in aged cows may exceed the dimensions listed, especially in regard to diameter.

Author Biographies

  • Lawrence E. Heider, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

    College of Veterinary Medicine, Associate Professor

  • Vernon L. Tharp, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

    College of Veterinary Medicine, Associate Dean

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Published

1973-12-05

Issue

1973

Section

Practice Tips