Abnormalities of Reproductive Tract in Animals

Abnormalities of the reproductive tract in animals are a range of congenital and acquired conditions that can alter fertility, health, and reproductive performance.

A thorough examination of the female and her reproductive tract should be done before purchasing for breeding purpose or prior to each breeding season. It is essentially being carried out for the following reasons:

• Diagnosis of pregnancy
• Estimation of the gestational age.
• Characterization of reproductive physiological and pathologic status.
• Allows the clinician to predict important events to come such as:
  • Estrus
  • Ovulation
  • Parturition
  • Abortion
• Allows for a rational approach to therapy
• Allows for establishing a prognosis of conditions of the uterus, uterine tubes, ovaries and supporting structures.

Abnormalities of reproductive tract in animals are:

• Cows and Heifers