Decisions leading to caesarean section in the cow

CAESAREAN section is probably the most common surgical procedure performed in cattle practice. While the technique is straightforward, a successful outcome depends largely on the appropriate selection of cases for surgery. The decision‐making process which leads to a caesarean section is often complex and improves with experience of handling parturition. This article aims to present a logical approach to decision making, to help the inexperienced veterinarian.