The incidence of multiple ovulations in Dutch warmblood mares |
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Authors: | DL Willink LA Smeenk PW van Oijen A de Kruif |
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Affiliation: | Veterinair Centrum Someren. |
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Abstract: | In the period 1994-1996 1030 oestruses of Dutch Warmblood mares were evaluated on the incidence of multiple ovulations diagnosed by rectal palpation. Ultrasonography was not used. All follicles > 25 mm were noted. The examination was repeated every 48 hours. The incidence of multiple follicle development was 7.3%. In a group of 50 ultrasonographically diagnosed twin-pregnant mares only 14 (28%) had been detected by rectal palpation as a multiple ovulation. This suggests an incidence of multiple ovulations in Dutch Warmblood mares of 7.3 x 1/28 x 100 = 26%. Restrictions of rectal palpation are discussed. Ultrasonography is essential for the diagnosis of multiple ovulations. The importance of a good twin-prevention programme is emphasized. |
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