Abomasal impaction associated with anorexia and mortality in lambs

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Abstract

Presents partial study of an intensive surveillance programme on the causes of neonatal mortality in lambs conducted at ILCA, Debre Berhan and focusses on loss of lambs with a prior history of anorexia and/or sudden death. Includes data on cases of abomasal impactions in lambs and type of concretions detected post mortem.

Citation

Veterinary Research Communications;12(4,5):491-495

Authors

  • Njau, B.C.
  • Kasali, O.B.
  • Scholtens, R.G.

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