Difference between revisions of "Flatulent Colic"

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Revision as of 17:35, 3 August 2010

Also known as: Gas colic

Description

Flatulent, or gas colic, occurs when caecal gases are produced faster than they can be removed by the caecum and colon, leading to a distension of the caecum. A diagnosis is strongly confirmed by a right sided abdominal distension, and auscultation/percussion of tympanitic sounds. Treatment involves withdrawal of fluid, and intra-venous fluid therapy. The distension can be relieved by trocharisation of the caecal head, via the right sub-lumbar fossa, which is ideally performed using ultrasound guidance.


See Colic Diagnosis in Horses

Medical Treatment of Colic in Horses