Therapeutic Management of Nutritional Fibrous Osteodystrophy in Goats Using Phosphate Binder, Vitamin-D3, and Calcium Supplementation

Abstract

Two stall-fed goats, aged eight months and one year from the same flock, were presented with complaints of excessive salivation, bilateral facial swelling, and reduced feed intake for the past 15 days. Biochemical analysis showed elevated serum phosphorus levels (7.5 and 8.3 mg/dl) along with decreased serum calcium levels (4.2 and 5.8 mg/dl). Radiographic evaluation revealed demineralization and bone resorption in the maxilla and mandible. The affected goats exhibited progressive but complete recovery within four weeks following the administration of sevelamer carbonate, vitamin D3 injections, and calcium supplementation.