Factors Involved in Udder Edema

Abstract

Udder edema is a disorder of the mammary gland characterized by an excessive accumulation of fluid in the intercellular tissue spaces. Pathologically, edema can be classified as either localized or generalized. Udder edema should be thought of as a localized disease because of the factors involved in the development of the disease. Statistical analysis of total serum protein, albumin, and globulin values of cows affected with udder edema compared to nonaffected cows revealed no significant differences.