Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical diseases and techniques of the digit.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Desrochers, André et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · Canada
Plain-English summary
Claw problems in cattle, like sole ulcers, sole abscesses, foot-rot, and skin infections between the toes, are quite common and can be treated by farmers, hoof trimmers, and veterinarians. While many of these surgeries can be done in the field, some require more careful aftercare, which can make veterinarians hesitant to perform them outside of a clinic. Even though the actual surgery might be straightforward, managing pain and deciding on the best treatment can be more complicated. Overall, most claw issues can be handled effectively, but the level of care needed afterward can vary.
Abstract
Claw diseases in cattle are common under field conditions. Sole ulcer, sole abscess, foot-rot, digital dermatitis, and interdigital dermatitis are frequently diagnosed and treated by owners, foot trimmers, and veterinarians. Most digital surgical conditions are manageable in field conditions; however, some postoperative care is more demanding and, therefore, prevents some veterinarians from performing such techniques in field conditions. Even if most techniques are easy to perform, nevertheless surgical decision making, perioperative treatment, and pain management can be more challenging than the technique itself.
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