Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Equine Abdominal Surgery: Predicting and Preventing Postoperative Complications.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Mudge, Margaret
- Affiliation:
- Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Large Animal) · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Morbidity after equine abdominal surgery is common and post-operative complications can be costly to owners. The focus of this article is on intraoperative decision-making and current evidence, including surgical techniques and prognostic information that can prevent and predict complications. Emerging techniques for intra-operative monitoring and intestinal viability assessment, anastomotic techniques, body wall suturing, peritonitis treatment, and pain management are discussed.
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