Two cases of equine primary gastric impaction

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Medicine
• Equine Surgery

Background:

• Gastric impaction and dilatation are significant clinical syndromes in horses.
• Understanding the etiology and clinical presentation of equine gastric impaction is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.

Observation:

• This study details two clinical cases of primary gastric impaction in horses.
• The cases involved significant gastric distension due to impacted ingesta.

Findings:

• Both equine cases of primary gastric impaction were successfully treated via gastrotomy.
• Surgical evacuation of gastric contents proved effective in resolving the impaction.

Implications:

• Gastrotomy is a recommended surgical intervention for primary gastric impaction in horses.
• Successful treatment highlights the importance of surgical management for gastric emergencies in equine patients.