Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Topical Wound Medications.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2018
- Authors:
- Leise, Britta S
- Affiliation:
- Louisiana State University · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Topical therapies are used in equine wound healing to clean and decontaminate the wound environment after acute injury and to promote healing and decrease the risk of infection once the wound has initially been treated. Evolving antibiotic resistance has prompted judicious use of systemic antimicrobials, particularly in the treatment of local infections, such as wounds. The use of topical antiseptics to disinfect acute wounds and topical antimicrobials to manage chronic wounds is necessary to achieve successful healing. In addition, many topical medications can alter the wound environment to promote rapid and effective wound healing.
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