Sinopsis

This book helps the reader to interpret the reproductive status of the cow using an outstanding selection of photographs with an eminently practical focus. The carefully chosen images let the reader visualise what they are touching during an examination, and describe the more basic procedures, such as rectal palpation or artificial insemination. It also highlights the importance of using oestrus synchronisation protocols in routine reproductive practice.

Índice

1. The reproductive tract of the cow
Morphology, structure and function
Position
Reproductive organs of the cow
Anatomy of the ovary
Anatomy of the oviduct
Anatomy of the uterus. Horns and body
Anatomy of the uterus. Cervix
Function of the ovary
Hypothalamic-pituitary axis
Relationship between production and reproduction
Examination of the reproductive tract by rectal palpation
Artificial insemination

2. Oogenesis, follicular development and dynamics
Oogenesis
Follicular development
Follicular dynamics
Synchronisation protocols

3. Recognising structures
Guide to identify ovarian structures
General evaluation of the cycle
Recognising ovarian structures

4. The puerperium

5. Pregnancy diagnosis by palpation

6. Ovarian and uterine disease
Ovarian cyst
Follicular cyst
Luteal cyst
Persistent follicle
Post-partum anoestrus
Metritis
Mummified foetuses
Embryonic reabsorption
Other processes