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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Science
  • Reproductive Biology

Background:

  • Dystocia, or difficult calving, is a significant issue in cattle production, impacting animal welfare and economic viability.
  • Numerous factors contribute to dystocia, necessitating a comprehensive review to guide management and breeding strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and categorize the diverse factors influencing dystocia in cattle.
  • To consolidate recent scientific literature on dystocia, providing a foundation for future research and practical application.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent and relevant older studies on cattle dystocia.
  • Categorization of identified factors into direct, phenotypic, non-genetic, and genetic groups.

Main Results:

  • Direct factors include malpresentations and uterine torsion.
  • Phenotypic factors encompass calf birth weight, multiple births, cow pelvic dimensions, body condition, and gestation length.
  • Non-genetic influences involve cow age, parity, environmental conditions, and hormonal status; genetic factors include sire and dam genotypes, inbreeding, and specific gene loci.

Conclusions:

  • Dystocia in cattle is multifactorial, involving a complex interplay of calf, dam, and environmental elements.
  • Identifying and managing these contributing factors can lead to improved calving ease and reduced economic losses in cattle farming.