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. 1979 Apr;20(4):105–108.

Myopathy and Myoglobinuria in Feedlot Cattle

G A Chalmers, M Decaire, C J Zachar, M W Barrett
PMCID: PMC1789538  PMID: 427705

Abstract

Myopathy and myoglobinuria occurred in a group of feedlot cattle in Alberta following transportation. The condition was associated with a deficiency of selenium (Se) in grain and hay fed to these animals on their premises of origin. Clinical findings in affected animals were characterized by a normal body temperature, stiffness, sternal recumbency and the passage of red or coffee-colored urine. Treatment with injectable Se-vitamin E was followed by the recovery of most affected animals within two weeks.

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