dystocia

Question 1

dystocia

Answer 1

difficult birth

Question 2

eutocia

Answer 2

normal birth

Question 3

consequence of dystocia

Answer 3

increased stillbirth rate and mortality of offspring
increased neonatal morbidity
increased dam mortality rate
reduced productivity of the dam
reduced subsequent fertility and increased chances of sterility
increased risk of puerperal disease in the dam
increased likelihood of culling

Question 4

common causes of dystocia

Answer 4

expulsive forces insufficient
birth canal inadequate size and shape
size or disposition of the foetus means unable to pass through normal birth canal

Question 5

fetal dystocia

Answer 5

maldisposition
feto-maternal disproportion
fetal monsters - fatal congenital disorders, body wall doesn’t close
multiple births