Repair of an acquired diaphragmatic hernia with surgical mesh in a foal

A foal born with assisted delivery developed rib fractures and a diaphragmatic hernia. The hernia was repaired using surgical mesh. The filly was healthy 42 months later. Dystocia is a risk factor for rib fractures and traumatic acquired diaphragmatic herniation. Surgical mesh repair is an option fo...

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Published in:Canadian veterinary journal 2017-02, Vol.58 (2), p.145-148
Main Authors: Kolus, Cheryl R, MacLeay, Jennifer M, Hackett, Eileen S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Animals, Newborn
Diaphragm - injuries
Dystocia - veterinary
Female
Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic - surgery
Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic - veterinary
Horses
Pregnancy
Rib Fractures - veterinary
Scientific
Surgical Mesh - veterinary
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:A foal born with assisted delivery developed rib fractures and a diaphragmatic hernia. The hernia was repaired using surgical mesh. The filly was healthy 42 months later. Dystocia is a risk factor for rib fractures and traumatic acquired diaphragmatic herniation. Surgical mesh repair is an option for diaphragmatic defects.
ISSN:0008-5286