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Left Dorsal Displacement of Large Colon - Horse (view source)
Revision as of 16:51, 31 August 2010
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==Treatment==
==Treatment==
The condition can usually be resolved with medical management. IV fluids and analgesia in the form of NSAIDs should be given to correct hydration status and make the horse comfortatble.
Mild displacements may respond to the withdrawal of feed, allowing the colon to empty and return to a normal position. This can be aided by the administration of phenylephrine which causes splenic contraction, significantly reducing its size and allowing the colon to relocate. Light excercise such as trotting on the lunge can also be beneficial.
See '''[[Colic, Medical Treatment|Medical Treatment of Colic in Horses]]'''
See '''[[Colic, Medical Treatment|Medical Treatment of Colic in Horses]]'''