ArticleOpen veterinary journal2024
The prognostic importance of physiological and biochemical parameters in horses afflicted with colic.
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- A Provisional Conceptual Framework for Mucosal Colour Assessment in Terrestrial Mammals.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Article
- In-Depth Analysis of the Prognostic Factors Associated with Short-Term Outcome in Equine Colic Patients: Multicentric Retrospective Study.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Article
- Prognostic Significance of Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate for Survival in Equine Colic.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Colic, a primary cause of illness and death in horses, necessitates the development of improved prognostic tools. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the prognostic significance of physiological and biochemical parameters in horses suffering from colic. Methods: A comprehensive clinical evaluation of 117 horses included assessment of heart rate, mucous membranes, capillary refill time, rectal temperature, respiratory rate, gut motility, reflux, and limb pulse strength. Results: Stomach reflux, absence of gut noises, and increased heart rate (mean increase of 12 bpm) strongly correlate with a poor prognosis. Prolonged capillary refill time (mean increase of 3 seconds), rectal temperature (over 38.5°C), elevated packed cell volume (mean increase of 4%), and blood lactate levels (mean increase of 5 mmol/l) underscore the significance of these markers. Notably, blood lactate ( Conclusion: Future research should investigate the prognostic potential of additional parameters and assess the impact of recommended treatments on colic prognosis. This data-driven study emphasizes the critical role of early recognition and thorough assessment in colic cases, offering vital insights into improving equine healthcare and mitigating mortality rates.
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