Differential diagnosis between abomasum torsion, mesenteric torsion and caecum dilatation/volvulus in calves

Authors

  • H. Navetat rue du General de Gaulle 03130 Le Donjon 03130 France
  • F. Schelcher 23, Chemin des Capelles 31076 Toulouse France
  • Cl. Rizet rue du General de Gaulle 03130 Le Donjon 03130 France
  • P. Cabanie 23, Chemin des Capelles 31076 Toulouse France
  • J. Espinasse

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/bovine-vol1998no32.2p53-54

Keywords:

abomasum, antibiotics, caecum, calves, colic, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, epidemiology, intestinal diseases, intestines, mesentery, surgery, torsion

Abstract

In calves aged 3-6 months, colics and abdominal distension are due to an abomasum torsion, a mesenteric torsion or to a caecum dilatation (with or without volvulus). A tabulated format of clinical signs may facilitate the differential diagnosis. Surgical and medical therapies are detailed.

Author Biography

  • J. Espinasse

    Deceased

Cover image of Volume 32.2 of the Bovine Practitioner: a photo of Riverfront Park in Spokane, WA in the late afternoon.

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Published

1998-05-01

Issue

No. 32.2 (1998 May)

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Differential diagnosis between abomasum torsion, mesenteric torsion and caecum dilatation/volvulus in calves. (1998). The Bovine Practitioner, 1998(32.2), 53-54. https://doi.org/10.21423/bovine-vol1998no32.2p53-54