Global InformationBovine uterine prolapse information
Bovine uterine prolapse occurs when the bovine uterus protrudes after calving. It is most common in dairy cattle and can occur in beef cows occasionally with hypocalcaemia.[1] It is not as commonly seen in heifers, but occasionally can be seen in dairy heifers and most commonly Herefords.[citation needed]
Uterine prolapse is considered a medical emergency that puts the cow at risk of shock or death by blood loss.[2] Factors during calving that increase the risk of uterine prolapse include: calving complications that cause injury or irritation of the external birth canal, severe straining during labor, and excessive pressure when a calf is manually extracted.[3] Non-calving factors include nutrition problems such as low blood calcium, magnesium, protein, or generally poor body conditions.[4]
In a complete uterine prolapse, the uterine horns also come out. When this happens, the uterus will hang below the hocks of the animal.[1] When the uterus hangs below the hocks, the cow may lie on, step on or kick the exposed tissue, which increases the risk of rupturing a major artery.[5] The uterus can become easily infected as it bruises easily and can become covered with manure.[5]
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