Publication Type: | Journal Article |
Year of Publication: | 1989 |
Authors: | Caligiuri, R, Kollias, GV, Spencer, C |
Journal: | Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine |
Volume: | 20 |
Issue: | 4 |
Date Published: | 1989 |
ISBN Number: | 10427260 |
Keywords: | Dromadidae, Dromas, Dromas ardeola |
Abstract: | Metabolic bone disease resulting in fibrous osteodystrophy of the leg and facial bones was diagnosed in two dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius). Both camels were from the same herd and received a diet that may have been associated with the development of the disease. Nutritional and medical management were used to correct the metabolic component of the problem. Nutritional management consisted of dietary changes to a good-quality alfalfa or oat hay to increase the protein and calcium intake. Reduction or elimination of the supplemental grain concentrate was also recommended because the camels were not heavily worked. Medical management ranged from parenteral injections of vitamins and anti-inflammatory medications to i.v. calcium administration and a supportive body sling. Permanent bony deformities of the mandible occurred in both camels; however, the treatment halted the progression of the disease and allowed the camels to be returned to the herd. |
URL: | http://www.jstor.org/stable/20095005 |
Short Title: | Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine |
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