Complications associated with the presence of two intrauterine glass balls used for oestrus suppression in a mare

Summary This report describes the identification and removal of 2 glass balls, both of which had fragmented, from the uterus of a mare. The glass balls had been placed into the uterine lumen to prolong function of the corpus luteum for suppression of oestrous behaviour. This report adds to a growing...

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Published in:Equine veterinary education 2015-07, Vol.27 (7), p.340-343
Main Authors: Turner, R. M., Vanderwall, D. K., Stawicki, R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
complication
Dining rooms
glass ball
Holiday decorations
horse
mare
oestrus suppression
uterus
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Summary:Summary This report describes the identification and removal of 2 glass balls, both of which had fragmented, from the uterus of a mare. The glass balls had been placed into the uterine lumen to prolong function of the corpus luteum for suppression of oestrous behaviour. This report adds to a growing body of evidence that severe complications can result from the use of intrauterine glass balls for oestrus suppression in mares, particularly if they are retained for a prolonged time.
ISSN:0957-7734
2042-3292
DOI:10.1111/eve.12311