Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Septic arthritis in adult horses.
- Journal:
- Polish journal of veterinary sciences
- Year:
- 2010
- Authors:
- Carstanjen, B et al.
- Affiliation:
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine · Germany
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Septic arthritis in horses is a serious disease which can become life-threatening. In case the infection can be eliminated before irreversible joint damage occurs, complete recovery is possible. This article gives an overview of the literature concerning etiology, diagnosis and strategies of therapy in cases of septic arthritis in adult horses, with special reference to novel options of treatment.
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