Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Unilateral nephrectomy as a treatment for renal trauma in a foal.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2004
- Authors:
- Mitchell, K J et al.
- Affiliation:
- University Veterinary Centre Camden · United Kingdom
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
A 2-day-old Warmblood colt foal was referred for evaluation of progressive abdominal distension and lethargy. Haemoperitoneum was diagnosed and a ventral midline laparotomy revealed capsular rupture, sub capsular haematoma and haemorrhage of the left kidney. Unilateral nephrectomy was performed and the foal recovered uneventfully, with no reported complications 1 year later.
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