Polymelia in two calves

Abstract

The aim of this study was to present clinical, radiological and surgical outcomes of two different polymelia cases in calves. The extralimb of the female calf was located at the interscapular region, subluxation of C7. polymetacarpy, polydactly was detected. The extra limb of the male one was located at the medial side of the stifle join, in the radiographic examination it was observed that the tibia was not formed and also acetabulum and femur was partially formed. The clinical and radiological examinations demonstrated that the extralimbs did not effect the vital and functional activity of the animals. In both cases, the extralimbs were removed surgically. No problem was seen in postoperative control. As a conclusion, surgical treatment can be preferred in calves with polymelia regarding to economical benefit and also better life quality.