Dystocia Due to Fetal Hydrothorax in a Non-Descript Doe
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48165/ijar.2025.46.04.14Keywords:
Doe, Dystocia, Hydrothorax, ThoracocentesisAbstract
Dystocia is a relatively common condition in goats; however, cases resulting from fetal abnormalities are infrequently reported. The current report places a record on dystocia due to fetal hydrothorax and its successful management in a non-descript doe.References
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