British Equine Veterinary Association
Back to Table of Contents
Add to My Library
Comments
Share:

Management of the Mare Post Dystocia

Author(s):
Govaere J.L.J.
In: BEVA - Annual Congress - Manchester, 2013 by British Equine Veterinary Association
Updated:
SEP 14, 2013
Languages:
Back to Table of Contents
Add to My Library

Introduction
Although a dystocia is a one-off setback in the mare’s breeding career, it might have a negative effect on the mare’s future fertility and quality of life. Resolving a dystocia successfully does not end in the delivery of a living foal: the prognosis for survival of the foal and mare might be essential, but also the mare’s future fertility should be maintained (Frazer 2011).
In general, palpation or ultrasonography cannot be used to predict a dystocia since the foal just acquires the correct posture and position when labour starts (Ginther 1994). Because of its unpredictability, besides proper care during a dystocia, one must ensure that the mare gets decent treatment post dystocia to avoid complications.

Management of post dystocia complications

Homeostasis
A proper general maintenance of blood acidity, packed cell volume (PCV) and electrolyte homeostasis should be ensured. Mares suffering a prolonged labour will become dehydrated, acidic and in most cases electrolytes will have to be corrected. [...]

View full text
Back to Table of Contents
Add to My Library

Ask the author

0 comments
Submit

How to reference this publication (Harvard system)?

Govaere, J. L. (2013) “Management of the Mare Post Dystocia”, BEVA - Annual Congress - Manchester, 2013. Available at: https://www.ivis.org/library/beva/beva-annual-congress-manchester-2013/management-of-mare-post-dystocia (Accessed: 09 December 2023).

Author(s)

  • Govaere J.L.J

    Govaere J.L.J.

    DVM ECAR
    Department of Reproduction, Obstetrics, and Herd Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University
    Read more about this author

Copyright Statement

© All text and images in this publication are copyright protected and cannot be reproduced or copied in any way.

Readers also viewed these publications

Provided by:

BEVA is a world-leading equine veterinary association committed to championing high standards of equine health and welfare. We advance the veterinary and allied sciences, promote scientific excellence and educate equine veterinary professionals throughout the world.
Run by a passionate group of equine vets, BEVA promotes and leads the equine veterinary community by providing a platform for discussion and an exchange of ideas on the management, health and welfare of the horse.

Learn more
Back To Top