Hepatic and renal lesions in sheep intoxicated with Urochloa hybrid Mulato II in Argentina
Raúl E. Marin,
Eduardo J. Gimeno,
Franklin Riet-Correa
et al.
Abstract:A flock of 48 sheep in Argentina grazing on a pasture of hybrid Urochloa (formerly Brachiaria) Mulato II ( Urochloa ruziziensis × Urochloa decumbens × Urochloa brizantha) developed facial dermatitis, severe jaundice, and weakness after brief physical activity. Blood biochemistry of 3 animals revealed azotemia, elevated aspartate aminotransferase activity, and increased direct, indirect, and total bilirubin concentrations. The urine was markedly turbid and contained large concentrations of bile pigments and p… Show more
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