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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice2009; 24(3); 643-ix; doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2008.10.007

Selected urogenital surgery concerns and complications.

Abstract: This article discusses selected urogenital surgeries. The discussion focuses on perioperative concerns and complications. The ideal approach to addressing complications resulting from disease processes or surgery is to avoid them. This approach requires knowledge of what can go wrong, gained by personal experience and that shared by others. The better one is able to anticipate potential complications, the more likely complications can be avoided.
Publication Date: 2009-02-11 PubMed ID: 19203706DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2008.10.007Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article discusses health complications and concerns related to urogenital surgeries.

Research Objective

The main objective of this research is to discuss and explore the complications and concerns linked with selected urogenital surgeries. The authors aim to emphasize the role of anticipation and knowledge in preventing post-operative complications.

Research Method

  • The authors have gathered and synthesized extensive information from personal experiences and shared knowledge from other medical practitioners. This forms the base of their discussions on perioperative complications and concerns related to urogenital surgeries.
  • They focus on understanding the disease processes and surgical treatments that can inadvertently lead to complications.
  • The method is highly centered on preventive measures, eyeing the reduction of surgical complications through the anticipation of potential problems.

Key Findings

  • The study reveals that complications from disease processes or surgeries are best addressed through avoidance. This can be achieved by garnering knowledge about possible complications through firsthand experience and knowledge sharing.
  • The findings suggest that being better equipped to anticipate potential complications increases the likelihood of avoiding them.

Implications

  • The research lays a great emphasis on preventive measures in urogenital surgeries, elevating the importance of proper and comprehensive preoperative planning.
  • It also highlights the significant role of shared knowledge in the medical field for preventing post-operative complications.
  • Collectively, the implications of the study can contribute to improvements in patient care by minimizing the risk of surgical complications in the field of urogenital surgery.

Cite This Article

APA
Embertson RM. (2009). Selected urogenital surgery concerns and complications. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 24(3), 643-ix. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2008.10.007

Publication

ISSN: 1558-4224
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 24
Issue: 3
Pages: 643-ix

Researcher Affiliations

Embertson, Rolf M
  • Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, PO Box 12070, Lexington, KY 40580, USA. rembertson@roodandriddle.com

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Castration / methods
  • Castration / veterinary
  • Cesarean Section / adverse effects
  • Cesarean Section / methods
  • Cesarean Section / veterinary
  • Female
  • Horse Diseases / surgery
  • Horses
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications / epidemiology
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
  • Postoperative Complications / veterinary
  • Pregnancy
  • Urogenital Surgical Procedures / adverse effects
  • Urogenital Surgical Procedures / methods
  • Urogenital Surgical Procedures / veterinary

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