Identification of trichomonad-carrier cows |
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Authors: | S Skirrow |
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Institution: | Department of Veterinary Reproduction, University of California, Davis 95616. |
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Abstract: | Seven pregnant cows (gestation durations, 42 days to 7 months) were identified as culture-positive for Tritrichomonas foetus. For 6 of these pregnancies, 2 of the youngest fetuses were aborted, and calves were delivered by the other 4 cows. Two cows became carriers, maintaining trichomonad infections for 6 and 9 weeks after parturition. Carrier cows may be a source of reinfection for their herd mates. Hence, strategies for controlling trichomoniasis might include delaying the time of first breeding and aggressive culling of infected cows. |
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