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    Dystocia due to Fetal Ascites in Ruminants

    By V. Devi Prasad, P. Ravi Kumar

    Abstract: Dystocia due to fetal ascites was treated in a cow, she buffalo and a ewe by performing laparohysterotomy, as there was primary uterine inertia. The fetus of the cow had a bulldog anomaly too, while the other two fetuses had no other congenital abnormalities. Keywords: Fetal ascites, dystocia, laparohysterotomyCite this ArticleV. Devi Prasad, P. Ravi Kumar. Dystocia due to Fetal Ascites in Ruminants. Research & Reviews: Journal of Veterinary Science …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 10–13 Read article

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    Pyometra in Bitches: A Review of Literature

    By V. Devi Prasad, P. Ravi Kumar, Makkena Sreenu

    Abstract: Pyometra is a frequently diagnosed bacterial infection of the uterus in intact, sexually mature bitches, leading to the accumulation of purulent material in the uterine lumen. Approximately one third of the anoestrous bitches can be diagnosed with pyometra. Closed-cervix pyometra is particularly dangerous, because septicaemia and toxaemia may develop rapidly and if left untreated can result in death of the patient. Due to the insidious nature of the disease and …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–20 Read article

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    Rupture of Suspensory Ligament of Udder: A Report of Three Cases

    By V. Devi Prasad, N. Sumiran, R. Mahesh, C. Pavan Kumar

    Abstract: Rupture of suspensory ligament of udder commonly known as “Dropped udder” is one of the rare affections of the udder to be considered as it ultimately decreases the productive life span of the animal and in turn its income generation to a greater extent. The present article gives a report on three different types of rupture of suspensory ligament of udder and its outcome. Surgical treatment was not considered as …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–24 Read article

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    Management of Burns in Companion Animals: A Report of Three Cases

    By V. Devi Prasad, P. Ravi Kumar, Makkena Sreenu, N.V.V. Harikrishna

    Abstract: AbstractThree cases of burns in a dog, monkey and an emu bird were reported. The dog had a deep partial thickness burn, on the anterolateral aspect of right hind limb and a superficial burn on the tip of the glans penis. The baby monkey had a deep and full thickness burn on the abaxial surface of the left palm. The emu bird had a partial thickness burn. They were treated …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 21–24 Read article

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    Atypical Traumatic Trigeminal Neuritis in a Labrador Retriever Dog: A Case Report

    By V. Devi Prasad, P. Ravi Kumar, M. Raghunath, N. V. V. Harikrishna, D. Bhagyaraju

    Abstract: AbstractAcute trigeminal neuritis of traumatic origin was diagnosed in a middle-aged Labrador retriever dog based on clinical signs, such as dropped jaw, loss of corneal reflex, drooling of saliva, etc. Certain symptoms, such as Horner’s syndrome, masticatory muscle atrophy, etc., were absent, while intact swallowing reflex, partial paralysis of tongue with lateral deviation were the atypical clinical signs. Complete recovery was observed within 45 days with supportive therapy and management …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–15 Read article

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    Perineal Hernia in a Buffalo Heifer: A Case Report

    By V. Devi Prasad, B. Chandra Prasad, G. Kamalakar, R. Mahesh

    Abstract: A very rare case of perineal hernia has been recorded in a graded Murrah buffalo heifer calf. Chronic diarrhoea and tenesmus were thought to weaken the pelvic diaphragm and subsequent trauma lead to herniation of pelvic viscera like urinary bladder and a loop of large intestine. The herniation was bilateral appearing on either side of the anus. Herniorrhaphy was carried out under local analgesia and no recurrence was noticed thereafter. …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 5–8 Read article

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    Histopathological Evaluation of Polymethyl Methacrylate and Hydroxyapatite Implants for Fracture Healing in Rabbits

    By K. Harsha Vardhan, V. Devi Prasad, Makkena Sreenu, N. Syaamasundar

    Abstract: Experimentally created mid diaphyseal fractures in 24 rabbits were treated by intramedullary pinning with K-wires, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) implants and intramedullary pinning after stuffing with hydroxyapatite (HA) paste and the histopathological changes were recorded. Healing process was not progressive, in control group, as indicated by presence of only a few osteocytes in the matrices, discontinuity in the epithelial layer and extensive vacuolation with occasional presence of giant cells. In PMMA …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 3–6 Read article

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