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Bilateral salpingitis, hydrosalpinx and oophoritis in a mare
The Cornell Veterinarian
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Bilateral salpingitis, hydrosalpinx, and oophoritis, rare equine conditions, were diagnosed in a mare with lymphosarcoma. These genital pathoses, likely from ascending infection, contributed to the mare
Area of Science:
- Equine reproductive pathology
- Veterinary oncology
Background:
- Salpingitis, hydrosalpinx, and oophoritis are uncommon equine reproductive disorders.
- Bilateral salpingitis is a significant cause of infertility across species, often resulting from ascending infections.
Observation:
- A mare presented with diagnosed bilateral salpingitis, hydrosalpinx, and oophoritis.
- The mare also had concurrent lymphosarcoma, a neoplastic condition.
Findings:
- The genital pathoses in this mare were likely caused by an ascending infection originating from the uterus post-parturition.
- The mare's infertility was attributed to debilitation from lymphosarcoma and the presence of multiple genital pathologies.
Implications:
- This case highlights the rare occurrence of these specific genital conditions in mares.
- Concurrent lymphosarcoma can exacerbate reproductive issues, impacting fertility through debilitation and pathology.