兽医产科学5PPT.ppt

兽医产科学Veterinary Obstetrics(Theriogenology);第 五 章 分 娩 Parturation;*;*;Parturition and Labor: ; Ⅰ 分 娩 前 的 预 兆 Signs of Approaching Parturation ;;;Hormonal changes cause: ;Significance of initial hormonal changes Progesterone - removes block on uterine contractions. Estrogen - makes uterus more responsive to induction of contractions i.e., more irritable and smooth muscle tissue stimulation. Events just Prior to Parturition: 1. Pelvic ligaments soften - Tail head sinks due to estrogens and relaxin.