Vol. 11, Special Issue 7 (2022)

Author(s):
Pravin Bano, H Dadhich, M Mathur, M Mehra and S Asopa

Abstract:
The present study was undertaken to elucidate the occurrence of Vegetative endocarditis in sheep. A total 587 samples of cardiovascular system, irrespective of age, breed and sex were examined. Out of total 587 specimens, 147 specimens of heart, suspected for pathological abnormalities, were processed for histopathological examination. Vegetative endocarditis was recorded in 3 cases (2.04%). Grossly, heart showed roughened endocardium and vegetation. On microscopic examination cauliflower like growths on atrio-ventricular valves were seen. Infiltrative cells and bacterial clumps were seen in the vegetation.