Uroperitoneum in the hospitalised equine neonate: retrospective study of 31 cases, 1988–1997

摘要: Summary Historical, physical and diagnostic data were reviewed retrospectively in 31 equine neonates with uroperitoneum. Genderpredilection was not observed, classic electrolyte abnormalities seen less than 50% of the cases. Aetiologies for uroperitoneum have been well described, but this review found that septicaemia/severe illness played a crucial role outcome Approximately half individuals had positive sepsis scores. Foals receiving fluid therapy more likely to be septic normal concentrations. Ultrasonographic findings, serum creatinine serum:peritoneal ratios affected by previous invaluable aids diagnosis uroperitoneum, even multisystemic disease such as sepsis.