Description
Colic is one of the most common and often dreaded emergencies in Equine practice. Assessing cases quickly and competently and drawing the correct conclusions from a limited data base can make the difference between life and death for the horse with colic. Being able to confidently summarise findings and explain available options greatly reassures distressed owners, allowing them to make an informed decision. This course discusses fast and efficient work up and decision making in colic cases, covering a variety of causes of colic, their management and when referral of a case is indicated.
Learning Objectives
- Enable participants to quickly yet comprehensively assess horses with colic.
- Interpret findings and draw the correct conclusions from the examination.
- Effectively utilise additional diagnostic tools available in ambulatory practice.
- In easily understandable terms summarise findings and implications to the horse’s owner.
- Outline different treatment options and associated cost and prognosis to enable owners to make an informed decision.
