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SCHC is often overlooked yet may contribute significantly to reduced productivity and profitability in dairy herds.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 312 cows, Holstein Friesian and Romanian Spotted breeds, from three commercial farms in Eastern Europe were monitored during the first 60 days postpartum. Blood calcium levels were measured to classify cows into SCHC and normocalcemic groups.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The incidence of SCHC was 42.9%, with multiparous cows more frequently affected. Cows with SCHC had longer service periods, extended calving intervals, and required more artificial insemination attempts than normocalcemic cows. Although milk yield did not differ significantly between groups, SCHC cows exhibited moderately higher mastitis incidence and somatic cell counts, especially within the first 30 days postpartum. These factors contributed to increased indirect costs. Economic analysis indicated that SCHC cows incurred approximately 54 EUR more in additional costs per animal compared to normocalcemic cows.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>SCHC is a hidden contributor to economic losses in dairy operations, primarily due to its negative impact on reproductive performance and udder health. 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