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皺胃變位

Also known as: 胃扭轉

皺胃變位是酪農乳牛常見的疾病,皺胃(真胃)因積氣而從正常位置移位,通常偏向左側。多發生於分娩後數週內,會造成食慾下降、產乳量減少及選擇性厭食。右側變位可能演變為危及生命的扭轉。

Quick facts

Type:
Disease
Typical onset:
Subacute
Body systems:
Gastrointestinal, Stomach
Affected species:
CATTLE

Sources & references

  • Merck Veterinary Manual — Describes left and right abomasal displacement, signs, and surgical correction.
  • Wikipedia — Background on the abomasum and displacement in cattle.

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