A Rare Case of Fetal Maceration in Aborting Cattle due to Progesterone Administration: A Boon Turned to Bane

Abstract

The present case was reported in seven years old Holstein Friesian which was presented with a history of turbid vaginal discharge since last 10-15 days and administration of progesterone one month back to prevent ensued abortion. Trans-rectal ultrasound scanning revealed the presence of bones with hyper-echoic density (bones) in the uterus. An attempt to dilate the cervix by administration of cloprostenol and dexamethasone was futile. Later, a macerated foetus was removed through left lateral oblique (flank) approach of Laparo-hysterotomy.