Colic Surgery in the Horse

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Designed for both referral hospitals and equine practitioners, the book follows the complete clinical pathway—from the initial assessment of the horse with colic through diagnosis, surgical decision-making, anesthesia, operative procedures, intensive care, and long-term outcomes. Richly illustrated with clinical photographs, anatomical images, diagnostic imaging, and surgical diagrams, it provides practical guidance for managing a wide variety of intestinal disorders.

The book covers topics including:

• Initial assessment of horses with colic
• Clinical examination and diagnostic decision-making
• Surgical indications and case selection
• Preoperative stabilization and preparation
• General anesthesia for colic surgery
• Surgical anatomy of the equine gastrointestinal tract
• Exploratory celiotomy techniques
• Small intestinal diseases
• Large intestinal disorders
• Strangulating intestinal lesions
• Intestinal displacement and volvulus
• Enterotomy and intestinal resection
• Anastomosis techniques
• Intraoperative decision-making
• Postoperative intensive care
• Pain management and fluid therapy
• Management of postoperative complications
• Long-term prognosis and return to athletic performance
• Prevention and management of recurrent colic

Combining decades of surgical experience with the latest scientific evidence, this book serves as an indispensable resource for veterinarians involved in equine emergency medicine and surgery. It provides practical recommendations, detailed surgical guidance, and expert insights that support improved patient outcomes.

Who is this book for?

• Equine veterinarians
• Equine surgeons
• Veterinary surgery residents
• Veterinary interns
• Veterinary students
• Equine referral hospitals
• Veterinary professionals interested in equine emergency and surgical medicine