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Management of exuberant granulation tissue.

A L Bertone1

  • 1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|December 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Exuberant granulation tissue in horses is common in lower limb wounds. Surgical resection is preferred for control, while leaving wounds open or using topical steroids can prevent its formation.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Equine Surgery
  • Wound Management

Background:

  • Exuberant granulation tissue (EGT) is a frequent complication in large, lower limb wounds in horses.
  • Horses of larger body size appear more susceptible to EGT development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current methods for controlling and preventing exuberant granulation tissue in equine wounds.
  • To highlight the efficacy of different treatment modalities.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of chemical cautery, cryogenic surgery, and surgical resection for EGT control.
  • Evaluation of open wound management and topical steroid bandaging for prevention.
  • Consideration of skin grafts and delayed secondary wound closure for preventing recurrence.

Main Results:

  • Surgical resection is favored for its ease of performance, diagnostic potential (histologic evaluation), and preservation of the epithelial margin.
  • Leaving wounds open to air or applying topical steroids may prevent EGT formation.
  • Bandaging or casting can exacerbate existing EGT but remains crucial for initial management of lower limb/hock wounds.

Conclusions:

  • Surgical resection offers a practical and informative approach to managing EGT in horses.
  • Preventative strategies include environmental exposure (air) and topical anti-inflammatories.
  • Advanced techniques like skin grafting may be necessary to achieve definitive wound closure and prevent EGT recurrence.

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