Vol. 9, Issue 7 (2020)

Author(s):
Radhakrishna Rao J and Gopala Krishna MV

Abstract:
A non-descript cow in its 2^nd calving, at full term of pregnancy, suffering from dystocia, was brought to the Veterinary Clinical Complex, College of Veterinary Science of P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University, Korutla, Jagtial Dist., Telangana State. Pervaginal examination by gynaecologyst revealed malposition of fetus, loss of fetal fluids and swollen vaginal mucosa. Caesarean section was performed and a fully developed dead fetal monster (campylorrachis scoliosa) was delivered. The cow was given Inj. Intacef (Ceftriaxone Na) 3.0 gm for 5 days and Inj.Melonex (meloxicam) 15 ml, Inj. Tribivet 10 ml for three days, and Inj. Caldee-12 @ 15 ml on alternate days for 3 instances postoperatively. The skin sutures were removed on 10th postoperative day and the cow recovered uneventfully.