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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Equine Health
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Neonatal foals can present with complex infections.
  • Rib osteomyelitis is a serious condition in young horses.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for foal survival.

Observation:

  • Three foals (21-44 days old) exhibited pyrexia and lameness.
  • Subcutaneous abscessation and rib osteomyelitis at the costochondral junction were observed.
  • Affected foals had pathological rib fractures, with one foal having multiple ribs involved.

Findings:

  • Infection extended to other sites, including omphalophlebitis, uveitis, enterocolitis, and calcaneal bursitis.
  • Salmonella typhimurium was isolated from abscesses and feces.
  • Ultrasonography proved superior to radiography for diagnosing costal osteomyelitis.

Implications:

  • Early ultrasonographic diagnosis of costal osteomyelitis is vital for effective treatment in foals.
  • Aggressive surgical and medical management may be required for rib infections.
  • Foal survival rates for severe osteomyelitis remain a concern, with euthanasia often necessary.