Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Treatment of suppurative facial cellulitis and panniculitis caused by Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in two horses.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
- Year:
- 2004
- Authors:
- Farstvedt, Ellis G et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
Two horses were treated for serious wounds on their heads that were likely caused by trauma. These wounds had a lot of dead tissue and pus, and tests showed they were infected with a bacteria called Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis. One horse had severe inflammation and abnormal tissue growth around the wound. Both horses received care for their wounds, pain relief, and antibiotics, and one horse also benefited from a newer type of moist wound care. Fortunately, both horses recovered well from their injuries.
Abstract
Two horses were examined for large head wounds suspected to be the result of trauma and characterized by extensive necrosis of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, with abundant purulent exudate. Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis was isolated from the facial wounds in both horses. Histopathologic examination revealed severe suppurative cellulitis and panniculitis with fistulous tracts and granulation tissue in 1 horse. Both horses were treated with local wound care, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and administration of antimicrobials. The concept of moist wound care was used in the second horse, with products that have recently become available for veterinary wound management. Outcome in both horses was good.
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