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Review of Castration Complications: Strategies for Treatment in the Field

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L.M. Getman

In: AAEP Annual Convention - Las Vegas, 2009 by American Association of Equine Practitioners
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DEC 09, 2009
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1. Introduction
Castration is the most common surgical procedure performed by equine veterinarians in the field. Although the surgery is technically easy to perform, the complication rate associated with it is relatively high with 20 –38% of horses experiencing a complication.1,2  Additionally, equine castration complications are the most common cause of malpractice claims against veterinarians in North America.3  Pre-operative identification of risk factors for the development of complications can ensure that proper measures are taken to reduce these risks. This can help eliminate some complications, but even with appropriate pre-operative evaluation and proper surgical technique, complications can still occur. Therefore, prompt recognition of complications and quick application of appropriate therapy are essential for the treatment of post-operative complications. This may include treatment that can be performed in the field or in some cases, treatment that is best performed at a referral center. [...]

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Department of Clinical Studies, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, New Bolton Center, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348, USA

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