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Intersexuality in goats.

R O Ramadan1, A M El Hassan

  • 1Department of Surgery, Gynaecology, Obstetrics and AI College of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Reproduction, King Faisal University, Al Hasa Box 1757, Saudi Arabia 31982.

New Zealand Veterinary Journal
|September 1, 1988
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Intersex goats were studied, revealing five with prepubic testes and one with testes near the bladder. Four goats exhibited male pseudohermaphroditism, possessing uterine structures but lacking ovaries.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Science
  • Reproductive Biology
  • Animal Genetics

Background:

  • Intersex conditions in livestock can impact breeding and herd management.
  • Understanding the anatomical and genetic basis of intersexuality is crucial for veterinary diagnostics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the phenotypic characteristics of intersex goats.
  • To determine the anatomical positioning of reproductive tissues in affected animals.
  • To classify the specific type of intersex condition present.

Main Methods:

  • Case study of six intersex goats.
  • Surgical exploration and/or necropsy for anatomical assessment.
  • Radiographic imaging to visualize internal structures.
  • Histopathological examination of reproductive tissues.

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Main Results:

  • Five goats presented with prepubic testes within a skin pouch.
  • One goat had testicular tissues attached to the urinary bladder.
  • Four goats possessed uterine tubular structures without ovarian tissue, indicating male pseudohermaphroditism.

Conclusions:

  • The investigated intersex goats predominantly exhibited male pseudohermaphroditism.
  • Anatomical variations included prepubic testes and testes adjacent to the urinary bladder.
  • Further research into the genetic underpinnings of these conditions in goats is warranted.