Vol. 11, Special Issue 2 (2022)

Author(s):
Dr. Shivika Chouksey, Dr. Jitendra Kumar, Dr. Shilpa Sahu, Dr. Poonam Yadav and Dr. Atul S Rajput

Abstract:
Cervix dilation, which happens soon before parturition, is an essential component of successful vaginal birth of young children. Cervical dilatation is a complex process that results from hormonal modulation, an inflammatory response, and the breakdown of collagen by enzymes. It is third most common cause of bovine dystocia and typically a disorder of ruminant cervix.Incomplete cervix dilation may be occurred due to weak myometrial contractions, uterine inertia (Primary or secondary) or hormonal deficiency. Cases of incomplete cervix dilation can diagnose by clinical sign with progressive prolonged first stage of labor, per-rectal examination or per-vaginal examination. Oxytocin, cytokines, prostaglandins, estrogen, relaxin, nitric oxide, neurons, and other substances are all involved. Failure of cervical dilatation due to changes in the cervical ripening mechanism or insufficient uterine contraction might cause complications in fetus delivery.For the management of cervical dilatation failure, cervical massage, cervicotomy or a number of hormones, chemicals have been used but caesarean section is only available best tool for management.