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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice2011; 27(3); 527-543; doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2011.08.006

Evaluation and management of the recumbent adult horse.

Abstract: Evaluation and management of recumbent horses are challenging. Familiarity with disorders that can result in recumbency will facilitate more rapid diagnosis and more appropriate formulation of a prognosis. With rapid and appropriate diagnosis, appropriate treatment can be pursued and, with good nursing care, can result in a favorable outcome.
Publication Date: 2011-11-22 PubMed ID: 22100043DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2011.08.006Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research paper discusses the complexities around evaluating and managing recumbent adult horses, including the associated disorders and the importance of speedy and accurate diagnosis for better prognosis and treatment outcomes.

Research Purpose

  • The main focus of the research is to explore the difficulties that come with assessing and handling horses that have become recumbent. Recumbent horses are those that are lying down due to injury, disease, or weakness and cannot easily stand up by themselves.
  • It aims to educate the readers about several disorders that can result in a horse’s recumbency. The knowledge of these disorders can help in quicker diagnosis and in creating a more precise prognosis.

Significance of Rapid Diagnosis

  • This study emphasizes the critical importance of rapid and appropriate diagnosis of the remains vital. An immediate diagnosis can lead to an immediate initiation of adequate treatment.
  • The correct diagnosis determines the appropriate therapy procedures to be employed, which, if accompanied by excellent nursing care, can yield a positive outcome.

Formulation of Prognosis

  • After understanding the underlying disorder causing a horse to remain recumbent and making a proper diagnosis, the next step as discussed in the research includes effective prognosis formulation.
  • A well-documented prognosis can guide the treatment process and help veterinarians, horse caretakers, or owners to know what to expect over the course of treatment and recovery.

Evaluation and Treatment

  • The study further explores different ways to evaluate and manage recumbent adult horses. By becoming familiar with the variety of disorders susceptible to horses, more accurate and appropriate treatment plans can be drafted and followed.
  • With a combination of correct evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment, a recumbent horse’s health conditions can potentially improve, leading to positive treatment outcomes.

Cite This Article

APA
Gardner RB. (2011). Evaluation and management of the recumbent adult horse. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 27(3), 527-543. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2011.08.006

Publication

ISSN: 1558-4224
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 27
Issue: 3
Pages: 527-543

Researcher Affiliations

Gardner, Rachel B
  • B.W. Furlong & Associates, PO Box 16, 101 Homestead Road, Oldwick, NJ 08858, USA. rgardner56@gmail.com

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
  • Horse Diseases / therapy
  • Horses
  • Nervous System Diseases / diagnosis
  • Nervous System Diseases / therapy
  • Nervous System Diseases / veterinary
  • Neurologic Examination / veterinary
  • Prognosis

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