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In vivo pelvimetry in buffaloes (Bos bubalus)
A S Dhaliwal1, Y G Dugwekar, R D Sharma
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, 141004 India.
Theriogenology
|May 1, 1981
Summary
External pelvimetry accurately measures buffalo heifer pelvic area, correlating highly with internal methods. This simple technique is suitable for routine use in assessing pelvic dimensions.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Science
- Animal Husbandry
- Reproductive Biology
Background:
- Pelvimetry is crucial for assessing reproductive potential in livestock.
- Accurate pelvic measurements aid in predicting calving ease and selecting breeding stock.
- Buffalo heifers require reliable methods for pelvic dimension evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the accuracy of external pelvimetry against internal pelvimetry in buffalo heifers.
- To determine the correlation between external and internal pelvimetry measurements.
- To evaluate the suitability of external pelvimetry for routine use.
Main Methods:
- External pelvimetry measurements were taken on 79 buffalo heifers.
- Internal pelvimetry measurements were performed on the same cohort.
- Statistical analysis, including correlation (r), was used to compare the two methods.
Main Results:
- A high positive correlation (r=0.90) was found between external and internal pelvimetry.
- Pelvic area increased with advancing age and body weight in buffalo heifers.
- External pelvimetry demonstrated convenience, simplicity, and accuracy.
Conclusions:
- External pelvimetry is a reliable and accurate method for measuring pelvic area in buffalo heifers.
- The ease of use and accuracy support the routine application of external pelvimetry.
- This method can aid in reproductive management and selection of buffalo heifers.
