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Review
. 2021 Aug;37(2):367-405.
doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2021.04.008.

Managing Reproduction Emergencies in the Field: Part 2: Parturient and Periparturient Conditions

Kristina G Lu  1 , Kim A Sprayberry  2
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Managing Reproduction Emergencies in the Field: Part 2: Parturient and Periparturient Conditions

Kristina G Lu et al. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract. 2021 Aug.

Abstract

Selected conditions affecting broodmares are discussed, including arterial rupture, dystocia, foal support with ex utero intrapartum treatment, uterine prolapse, postpartum colic, the metritis/sepsis/systemic inflammatory response syndrome complex, and retained fetal membranes. Postpartum colic beyond third-stage labor contractions should prompt comprehensive evaluation for direct injuries to the reproductive tract or indirect injury of the intestinal tract. Mares with perforation or rupture of the uterus are typically recognized 1 to 3 days after foaling, with depression, fever, and leukopenia; laminitis and progression to founder can be fulminant. The same concerns are relevant in mares with retention of fetal membranes.

Keywords: Dystocia; Hemorrhage; Metritis; Prolapse; Retained membranes; SIRS; Shock; Uterine.

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Disclosure The authors have nothing to disclose.

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