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==Elimination of Bacterial Contamination of the Reproductive Tract==
Generally, parturition in domestic animals occurs in a non-sterile environment. As a result, bacterial contamination of the reproductive tract, especially the [[Uterus - Anatomy & Physiology|uterus]], is an inevitable sequela to parturition.
* The postpartum tract containing lochia is an ideal environment for the growth of bacteria.
* Even though myometrial contractions remove the large volume of lochia, bacterial growth can continue.
* Bacterial contamination is not always associated with pathology.
* Normal post-partum events eliminate the bacterial flora within a reasonable time.
* Elevated oestrodiol promotes leukosis in the uterus and elsewhere in the tract.
* In some cases, high numbers of bacteria can overwhelm the natural defence mechanisms, resulting in [[Healing and Repair - Pathology#Female|postpartum uterine infection]].
* Conditions that predispose the uterus to infection are:
** Retained foetal membranes
** [[Dystocia]]
** Delay in lochial expulsion due to weak myometrial contractions.
[[Category:Pregnancy and Parturition]]
[[Category:Pregnancy and Parturition]]