Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Sepsis and Septic Shock in the Equine Neonate.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- Fielding, Christopher Langdon & Magdesian, Kiragos Gary
- Affiliation:
- Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Sepsis and septic shock represent a major cause of morbidity and mortality in equine neonates and in all species. Early recognition of the condition is important, but definitive examination and laboratory variables to predict equine neonatal sepsis are lacking. Early and aggressive treatment should include broad-spectrum antimicrobial coverage, source control, and hemodynamic support. Field practitioners and intensive care clinicians work together in the management of this condition because the recognition and initial treatment should begin as early as possible.
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