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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice2018; 34(1); 155-168; doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2017.11.013

Practical Fluid Therapy and Treatment Modalities for Field Conditions for Horses and Foals with Gastrointestinal Problems.

Abstract: With advances in technology and owner education, field management in equine veterinary medicine continues to evolve. Equine gastrointestinal disease is one of the most common types of emergencies evaluated by equine practitioners, and many of these patients can be effectively managed in the field. Although the equine veterinarian must make numerous decisions, fluid therapy, pain management, and antimicrobial use are 3 of the major choices that must be addressed when initiating field treatment of equine gastrointestinal disease. This article addresses the practical use of these 3 treatment categories that are essential to field practice.
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Publication Date: 2018-03-15 PubMed ID: 29534809PubMed Central: PMC7126773DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2017.11.013Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article discusses practical treatment methods for horses and foals with gastrointestinal problems that can be applied in the field, including fluid therapy, pain management, and antimicrobial use.

Understanding Equine Gastrointestinal Diseases

  • The research notes that gastrointestinal disease in horses is a common emergency that veterinarians encounter frequently. Understanding this medical condition and the suitable treatment modalities is crucial for effective veterinary practice.
  • Due to advancements in technology and improved knowledge among horse owners, the approach and management of gastrointestinal diseases in horses and foals have evolved significantly. The application of these advancements and skills in the field is the primary focus of the research.

Significance of Fluid Therapy, Pain Management, and Antimicrobial Use

  • One of the key treatments that the research emphasizes is fluid therapy. Horses suffering from gastrointestinal problems often face dehydration; hence fluid therapy becomes vital to their recovery.
  • Managing pain is another critical concern addressed in the research. Effective pain reduction methods can significantly improve the quality of life for the horse or foal and potentially alleviate some of the gastrointestinal symptoms.
  • Antimicrobial use is also an essential treatment for equine gastrointestinal disease. Antimicrobials can control and kill harmful bacteria that may be exacerbating the condition.

Field Treatment of Equine Gastrointestinal Disease

  • The study analyses practical applications of the above treatments effectively in the field. The field, in this context, refers to out-of- clinic situations, often in the animal’s natural environment. Hence, the research provides solutions that can be applied on the spot, reducing the need for hospitalisation.
  • Such approaches can be greatly beneficial, considering economic factors and the practicality of transporting a large animal such as a horse to a medical facility. The research stresses that opting for field treatment can provide effective results given the treatments are applied correctly and promptly by a skilled veterinarian.

Importance of Decision-Making in Treatment

  • The research reminds veterinarians of the crucial importance of making informed and fast decisions when treating equine gastrointestinal disease in the field.
  • The various decisions include choosing the appropriate treatments and their proper application. The ability to make these decisions efficiently can significantly affect the outcome of the treatment and the health of the horse or foal.

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Fielding CL. (2018). Practical Fluid Therapy and Treatment Modalities for Field Conditions for Horses and Foals with Gastrointestinal Problems. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 34(1), 155-168. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2017.11.013

Publication

The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
ISSN: 1558-4224
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 34
Issue: 1
Pages: 155-168
PII: S0749-0739(17)30926-4

Researcher Affiliations

Fielding, C Langdon
  • Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center, 2973 Penryn Road, Penryn, CA 95663, USA. Electronic address: langdonfielding@yahoo.com.

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / administration & dosage
  • Anti-Infective Agents / administration & dosage
  • Fluid Therapy / methods
  • Fluid Therapy / veterinary
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases / therapy
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases / veterinary
  • Horse Diseases / therapy
  • Horses

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