Management of Monstrous Fetal Dystocia in a Crossbred Cow

The Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction 2026

View at publisher
Authors: Mudamanasu Praveen Kumar, Sakunala Uma Maheswari, Yadagiri Aruna, Kangonu Anthony Raju, Mendu Mounika
DOI: 10.48165/ijar.2025.46.04.20
Cited by: 0

Abstract

Abnormal joint fixation, or fetal ankylosis, can make it difficult to deliver the calf normally and may require more com plex obstetrical operations, such as fetotomy or cesarean surgery. The current case report details the incidence of dystocia in a crossbred cow brought on by forelimb ankylosis and schistosomus reflexus that was effectively treated by performing fetotomy.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reproductive Physiology in Livestock Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Animal health and immunology

Publication details

Journal / source
The Indian Journal of Animal Reproduction
Volume
46
Issue
4
Pages
101–103
Publication date
6 February 2026