Traumatic Reticuloperitonitis in Cattle of Khorramabad (Center of Lorestan Provenience, West of Iran)

A case series study was conducted from October 2007 to November 2008 in cattle herds in Khorramabad, West of Iran to determine the risk factors and clinical findings of traumatic reticuloperitonitis (TRP). One hundred and four cattle with TRP signs were examined by ambulatory large animal clinic of Veterinary Medicine College. Statistical analysis using multivariable logistic regression showed that magnet administration (OR= 9.1, P=0.02) and positive bar test, history of abrupt and sudden milk drop and grunt and grinding had (OR=5.1, P=0.04) were significantly associated with the TRP in cattle. No relationship between herd sizes and other management practices and clinical signs of TRP were found in this study. Most cases were treated by conservative treatment and magnet administration is best prophylactic procedure to prevent TRP in this region.