Post-Mortem of a Steer Calf on Feed

Do you recognize the likely cause of death in this feedlot steer?

Fig. 1. The open-chest view shows cranioventral consolidation and fibrin on the pleural surface
Fig. 1. The open-chest view shows cranioventral consolidation and fibrin on the pleural surface
(Feedlot Health Management Services)

These images depict a steer calf that had been on feed for 20 days, at which time it was found dead in the pen. Can you guess what happened to this steer?

This case continues our Post-Mortem Series, in partnership with Feedlot Health Management Services, Okotoks, Alberta.

Click to page 2 for the answer and information from the experts at Feedlot Health Management Services.

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