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Veterinary world2023; 16(7); 1408-1414; doi: 10.14202/vetworld.2023.1408-1414

Incidence, risk factors, and therapeutic management of equine colic in Lamongan, Indonesia.

Abstract: Colic is among the common health issues in equine health management. Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are the most frequent causes of colic, but dysfunction of other organs and systems inside the abdominal cavity may also contribute. Therefore, it is crucial to identify risk factors for colic of specific etiologies. This study aimed to examine the incidence, risk factors, and best therapeutic management practices for horses with colic. Unassigned: A cohort of 256 horses living in Lamongan, East Java, Indonesia, was randomly recruited based on reports of colic symptoms by owners. Diagnosis and treatment were then conducted with the help of owners. Symptom profiles, risk factors, and therapeutic management strategies were analyzed by Chi-square tests. Unassigned: Of 256 horses enrolled, 217 (84%) were diagnosed with colic, of which 172 (79.3%) were cases of spasmodic colic, 33 (15.2%) of impaction colic, and 12 (5.5%) of intestinal obstruction/displacement. Male sex (χ2 = 16.27; p < 0.001), wheat bran feeding (χ2 = 15.49; p < 0.001), concentrate feed intake >5 kg/day (χ2 = 24.95; p < 0.001), no regular anthelmintic drug treatment (χ2 = 67.24; p < 0.001), GI parasite infection (χ2 = 65.11; p < 0.001), recurrent colic (χ2 = 91.09; p < 0.001), poor body condition score (χ2 = 71.81; p < 0.001), limited daily water access (χ2 = 127.92; p < 0.001), and indications of dental disease (χ2 = 9.03; p < 0.001) were identified as risk factors. The most effective therapies were gastric intubation (χ2 = 153.54; p < 0.001), Vitamin B complex injection (χ2 = 32.09; p < 0.001), fluid therapy (χ2 = 42.59; p < 0.001), and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug injection (NSAID). Unassigned: Colic is highly prevalent among horses in Lamongan, East Java, Indonesia. Proper diet, workload management, regular access to clean drinking water, and dental care can reduce colic risk. Recommended therapies include NSAID injection without other analgesics or spasmolytics, fluid therapy, Vitamin B complex, and gastric intubation.
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Publication Date: 2023-07-09 PubMed ID: 37621536PubMed Central: PMC10446712DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2023.1408-1414Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research covers the prevalence, risk factors, and treatment methods for colic in horses, using a study group from Lamongan, East Java, Indonesia.

Objective of the Research

The main focus of this study was to analyze the extent of colic conditions in equine health within the Lamongan region. The study aimed to:

  • Understand the incidence of colic
  • Unearth risk factors contributing to the disease
  • Determine the best practices for treating colic in horses

A Brief on the Study Design

A group of 256 horses was assembled randomly for the study. These horses were chosen based on owner reports of colic symptoms. Diagnosis and treatments were administered with the assistance of the owners. Data on symptom profiles, risk factors, and treatment methods was collected and analyzed using Chi-square tests.

Key Findings

Out of the selected cohort of 256 horses, 217 were found to be suffering from colic. That is a prevalence rate of around 84%. Categories of colic found among these horses included spasmodic colic (79.3%), impaction colic (15.2%), and intestinal obstruction/displacement (5.5%).

Risk Factors

Several risk factors were identified in the study. These included:

  • Male sex
  • Feeding with wheat bran
  • Intake of >5 kg/day of concentrated feed
  • Lack of regular anthelmintic drug treatment
  • Infections from GI parasites
  • History of recurrent colic
  • Poor body condition
  • Restricted daily access to water
  • Signs of dental disease

Effective Therapies

Several therapies were revealed to be effective in managing colic in horses. These included:

  • Gastric intubation
  • Vitamin B complex injection
  • Fluid therapy
  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) injection

Conclusion

The research concluded that colic is highly prevalent among horses in the region studied. However, proper diet and workload management, regular provision of clean water, and dental care may decrease colic risk. The study also proposed a list of therapies recommended for managing colic in horses, including NSAID injections, fluid therapy, Vitamin B complex, and gastric intubation.

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Fikri F, Hendrawan D, Wicaksono AP, Purnomo A, Khairani S, Chhetri S, Maslamama ST, Purnama MTE. (2023). Incidence, risk factors, and therapeutic management of equine colic in Lamongan, Indonesia. Vet World, 16(7), 1408-1414. https://doi.org/10.14202/vetworld.2023.1408-1414

Publication

Veterinary world
ISSN: 0972-8988
NlmUniqueID: 101504872
Country: India
Language: English
Volume: 16
Issue: 7
Pages: 1408-1414

Researcher Affiliations

Fikri, Faisal
  • Department of Veterinary Science, School of Health and Life Sciences, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Hendrawan, Dodit
  • Animal Health Division, Indonesian Horse Veterinarian Association, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Wicaksono, Arya Pradana
  • Animal Health Division, Indonesian Horse Veterinarian Association, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Purnomo, Agus
  • Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Khairani, Shafia
  • Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjajaran, Bandung, Indonesia.
Chhetri, Shekhar
  • Department of Animal Science, College of Natural Resources, Royal University of Bhutan, Lobesa, Punakha, Bhutan.
Maslamama, Salipudin Tasil
  • Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Eskişehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi, Eskişehir, Turkey.
Purnama, Muhammad Thohawi Elziyad
  • Department of Veterinary Science, School of Health and Life Sciences, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
  • Department of Biology, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences, Eskişehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi, Eskişehir, Turkey.

Conflict of Interest Statement

The authors declare that they have no competing interests.

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