Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Omphalophlebitis and osteomyelitis associated with Klebsiella septicemia in a premature foal.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
- Year:
- 1988
- Authors:
- Vaala, W E et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Studies · United States
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A premature Standardbred colt was diagnosed with a serious blood infection caused by bacteria called Klebsiella. He showed signs of being very tired, weak, and having trouble breathing, along with a loss of his ability to suckle. Unfortunately, he also developed pneumonia, inflammation around his umbilical cord, joint infections, and bone infections due to the septicemia. The colt's mother had some health issues before giving birth, which contributed to his condition. He was treated with two types of antibiotics, and while the abstract discusses the effectiveness of these treatments, it does not specify the outcome for the colt.
Abstract
Gram-negative neonatal septicemia was diagnosed in a premature Standardbred colt. Clinical signs included lethargy, weakness, loss of suckle reflex, tachypnea, and injected mucous membranes. Sequelae included pneumonia, omphalophlebitis, septic arthritis, and osteomyelitis. Prepartum maternal uterine infection, premature delivery, abnormal parturition with premature fetal membrane separation, and failure of passive transfer of colostral immunoglobulins increased the foal's risk for developing sepsis. Treatment included administration of moxalactam disodium and cefadroxil. The clinical efficacy of cephalosporin antibiotics in the treatment of gram-negative sepsis is discussed.
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