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Fluid therapy
T L Seahorn1, J Cornick-Seahorn
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Science, Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge.
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|December 1, 1994
Summary
Fluid therapy is crucial for treating emergency equine patients. This article covers essential fluid therapy principles, calculations, types, and specific emergency condition treatments.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Equine Critical Care
Background:
- Fluid therapy is a cornerstone in managing critically ill horses.
- Effective fluid administration is vital for stabilizing equine emergency patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline general principles of fluid therapy in equine emergency medicine.
- To provide guidance on fluid volume calculations, fluid types, and indications.
- To detail specific fluid therapy strategies for common equine emergencies.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and established veterinary practices.
- Discussion of physiological principles guiding fluid therapy.
- Presentation of practical formulas for fluid volume calculation.
- Categorization of fluid types based on composition and osmolality.
- Case-based examples illustrating therapeutic approaches.
Main Results:
- Established guidelines for calculating daily maintenance, dehydration, and ongoing losses.
- Detailed indications for crystalloids, colloids, and blood products.
- Specific fluid therapy protocols for conditions like colic, trauma, and sepsis.
- Emphasis on monitoring parameters to guide therapy adjustments.
Conclusions:
- Standardized application of fluid therapy principles improves outcomes in equine emergencies.
- Appropriate selection and administration of fluids are critical for patient survival.
- This article serves as a practical resource for veterinarians managing equine emergencies.