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Surgical Repair of Bifid Tongue in a Calf.

Authors :
Velavan, A.
William, B. Justin
Uzama, Md. Shafi
Raj, H. Pushkin
Rao, G. D.
Source :
Indian Veterinary Journal; Jun2014, Vol. 91 Issue 6, p71-73, 3p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article presents a case study of a two day old Holstein Friesian cross calf with a bifid tongue. Topics discussed include examination of attachment of soft tissue of mass with tongue through radiograph of skull, use of Xylazine as anaesthesia and implementation of boroglycerine liquid on tongue. It mentions that nutritional deficiency, and the use of inappropriate medicines during pregnancy are the cause of defect of the tongue.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00196479
Volume :
91
Issue :
6
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Indian Veterinary Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
96795017