Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Complications of orthopaedic surgery in horses.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Richardson, Dean W
- Affiliation:
- New Bolton Center School of Veterinary Medicine · United States
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
Orthopedic surgery in horses can sometimes lead to complications, which are challenges that all surgeons face at some point. While a surgeon's experience and skills can help reduce these issues, they can't eliminate them entirely. It's crucial for the surgeon to quickly recognize and address any problems that arise during or after surgery to improve the chances of a good recovery. The study discusses common complications that can happen, how to prevent them, and ways to fix them if they do occur. Overall, the focus is on the importance of proper management of these complications for successful outcomes in horse surgeries.
Abstract
Complications are a price all surgeons eventually pay. Experience and increasing skill will decrease many of them but certainly not all. The most important thing is for the surgeon to react correctly to a complication. Acknowledge the mistake (or bad luck) quickly and take whatever steps you can to correct the problem. Because so many equine orthopaedic cases have the potential for complications, recognizing and responding properly to these complications are imperative for successful outcomes. Discussion of the most common complications, their prevention and corrections, is presented.
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