RETAINED FETAL MEMBRANES IN A COW – CASE REPORT

Abstract

Retained placenta in cows is defined as failure to expel all or part of fetal membranes within 6–24 hours after parturition. Risk factors contributing to this include abortion, dystocia, twin delivery, stillbirth, hypocalcemia, premature delivery, placentitis and others. Retained placenta is characterized by various levels of degenerating, discolored and foul-smelling membranes protruding from the vulva. Can be conducted through manual removal or medications. The clinical case concerns a cow in the village of Tsalapitsa within the discipline of Mobile Clinic in obstetrics and gynecology. In the morning, we diagnosed retained placenta in a cow which had given birth unassisted during the night. Vaginal and rectal examinations were performed and treatment was conducted by intrauterine application of antibiotic pessaries. The cow expelled the retained placenta within three hours following the administration of the medication.