Ortho (Farm) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the underlying cause of white muscle dz?
A
Selenium/Vitamin E deficiency
2
Q
Which calf disease causes muscle weakness, recumbency, arrhythmias, and elevated CK/AST levels?
A
White Muscle Dz
3
Q
Which tendon rupture occurs in hypocalcaemic cows, or those who have had a rotational force applied to the leg?
A
Gastrocnemius
4
Q
What is the prognosis for gastroc rupture in the cow?
A
Poor
5
Q
Rupture of which tendon allows concurrent extension of the hock and stifle?
A
Peroneus Tertius
6
Q
What is the prognosis for a peroneus tertius rupture?
A
guarded, poss ok after 6-8w
