Difference between revisions of "False Colic in the Horse"

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* Testicular torsion
 
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* Pleuritis / pleuropneumonia
 
* Pleuritis / pleuropneumonia
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* Rhabdomyolysis
 
* Rhabdomyolysis
 
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===References===
 
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* Archer D. (2004), Decision making in the mangement of the coliky horse, In Practice in Equine Gastroenterology courtesy of the University of Liverpool
 
* Archer D. (2004), Decision making in the mangement of the coliky horse, In Practice in Equine Gastroenterology courtesy of the University of Liverpool
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[[Category:Colic_in_Horses]]

Latest revision as of 22:43, 14 August 2011


False colic

Signs of colic may be caused by abdominal pain not associated with the gastro-intestinal tract. It is important to differentiate these from true colic to ensure that the best and appropriate treatment is given. This can be acheived by a thorough history and clinical examination.

Picture of a horse with Tetanus. Some horses may exhibit signs of pain as colic before they become recumbent(Courtesy of Potter K, SPANA)

Caueses of False Colic

  • Dystocia / Uterine torsion
  • Testicular torsion
  • Pleuritis / pleuropneumonia
  • Laminitis
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Urinary tract obstruction / rupture
  • Liver disease
  • Aortoiliac thrombosis
  • Splenic lesions
  • Diseases affecting the central nervous system e.g. Tetanus
  • Ovulation
  • Granulosa Theca Cell Tumor

References

  • Archer D. (2004), Decision making in the mangement of the coliky horse, In Practice in Equine Gastroenterology courtesy of the University of Liverpool