This cause of abortion cannot be prevented, but it only constitutes approximately '''1% of abortions''' in mares. Torsion of the cord is often '''blamed''' for abortion if no other cause can be found, and the actual incidence may actually be lower. | This cause of abortion cannot be prevented, but it only constitutes approximately '''1% of abortions''' in mares. Torsion of the cord is often '''blamed''' for abortion if no other cause can be found, and the actual incidence may actually be lower. |