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{"title":"Coxofemoral luxation in 112 cattle - a retrospective analysis.","authors":"Rahel Rediger, Doreen Zoller, Carina Oschlies, Nicole Borel, Ueli Braun, Karl Nuss","doi":"10.1055/a-2933-8216","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2933-8216","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Coxofemoral luxation (<i>luxatio ossis femoris</i>) requires special consideration among orthopedic conditions of the pelvic area in cattle. The disease has a guarded prognosis, and affected cattle are often recumbent and therefore must not be shipped to a slaughter facility. Our study aimed to compile epidemiologically relevant aspects of coxofemoral luxation and facilitate the diagnosis in the field and at referral clinics.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>This retrospective study analyzed 116 cases of coxofemoral luxation and subluxation in 112 cattle in relation to the housing system used and the breeds affected. The different directions of luxation, clinical findings, diagnostic imaging, treatment, and prognosis were also investigated.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Holstein Friesian cows (93/116; 83.0%) and free-stall barns (80/87; 92.0%) were overrepresented, and 96 of the 112 animals (85.7%) were recumbent at referral. The general health status was impaired in 87 of 102 cattle (81.8%). Caudoventral luxation occurred in 87/116 cases (75.0%), subluxation in 17/116 (14.6%), craniodorsal luxation in 6/116 (5.2%), caudodorsal luxation in 3/116 (2.6%), and cranioventral luxation in 3/116 (2.6%) cases. Bilateral coxofemoral luxation occurred in 16/116 cases (13.8%,) and accompanying fractures of the greater trochanter or the femoral head in 14/112 (12.5%) of the cattle; 93/112 cattle (83.0 %) were slaughtered or subjected to euthanasia after the diagnosis. Of 19/112 cattle (17.0 %) that underwent treatment, only 4 (21.1%) remained productive in the long term. In 13 cows in advanced pregnancy, the prognosis for a viable calf was guarded to favorable after a gestation length of 248 days.</p><p><strong>Conclusions and clinical relevance: </strong>Dairy cows that fall in a free-stall barn and incur splaying of the hind legs (\"doing the splits\") usually sustain subluxation or caudoventral luxation of the femoral head, particularly when the fall is sudden. The diagnosis often required ultrasonographic and radiographic confirmation, highlighting the diagnostic difficulty in the field. The prognosis for caudoventral coxofemoral luxation is especially grave. Prevention of the disease by barn construction measures is therefore essential.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 5","pages":"299-312"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149149121","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Acid-base and potassium balance disorders in neonatal calf diarrhea - Part 2: Therapy and prognosis].","authors":"Florian M Trefz, Annette Lorch, Ingrid Lorenz","doi":"10.1055/a-2923-2662","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2923-2662","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Neonatal diarrhea in calves frequently results in severe metabolic disturbances, particularly D-lactic acidosis and hyperkalemia. These conditions are associated with weakness, apathy, and, in the case of D-lactic acidosis, with neurological deficits such as impairment of the palpebral reflex. Severe hyperkalemia can be accompanied by potentially life-threatening cardiac conduction abnormalities. The second part of this review article provides a narrative overview of therapeutic approaches as well as the prognostic relevance of these key metabolic disorders.</p><p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Correction of metabolic acidosis is of crucial importance in the treatment of calves with neonatal diarrhea. Oral rehydration by administration of buffer-containing electrolyte solutions represents the simplest and most cost-effective therapeutic option in calves that are still able to drink. For intravenous correction of metabolic acidosis, sodium bicarbonate is the treatment of choice. Appropriate therapeutic decisions can be made under field conditions by assessing the calf's ability to stand, the clinical degree of dehydration, and the degree of loss of the palpebral reflex. If enophthalmos (eyeball recession of 3-4 mm) or signs of metabolic acidosis (impaired ability to stand or absence of the palpebral reflex) are present, intravenous fluid therapy is indicated. Rapid infusion of small-volume hypertonic sodium bicarbonate solutions in combination with oral administration of electrolyte solutions is particularly suitable for calves with clinical signs of acidosis but without enophthalmos. In calves with enophthalmos, the infusion of a larger volume of isotonic crystalloid solutions is recommended. Initial intravenous administration of hypertonic sodium-containing solutions also offers advantages for the stabilization of calves with clinical signs of hyperkalemia, as this may rapidly reverse the cardiotoxic effects.</p><p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Laboratory parameters are generally of limited prognostic value in calves with neonatal diarrhea. Even in cases of marked metabolic alterations, treatment attempts can be worthwhile as long as no severe concurrent or secondary problems are present.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 5","pages":"341-352"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149148125","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Teil 1: Mastitis und Lahmheit - Part 1: Mastitis and lameness].","authors":"Frederike Wehrle, Karsten Donat, Lukas Trzebiatowski, Axel Wehrend, Markus Freick","doi":"10.1055/a-2920-1134","DOIUrl":"10.1055/a-2920-1134","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Production-limiting diseases such as mastitis and lameness are among the most common causes of early culling in dairy cows worldwide. The aim of this systematic literature review was to analyze the effects of these 2 disease complexes on culling risk in dairy cows based on scientific evidence.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>The literature search was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines using the databases PubMed, CABI Abstracts, and Web of Science, covering publications from 2000-2024. For each part of the study, the results were analyzed qualitatively and presented descriptively as forest plots.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 28 studies on mastitis and 11 studies on lameness were included. The highest relative mortality risk (4.5) in primiparous cows was associated with clinical mastitis caused by <i>Klebsiella</i> spp.; the highest relative risk of premature culling (10.4) was associated with clinical mastitis caused by <i>Trueperella pyogenes</i>. The relative risk of premature culling for <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i>-related clinical mastitis up to 62 days in milk was 1.2 and increased to 5.4 thereafter. Cows without subclinical mastitis had only half the risk of culling compared to cows with a cell count>200,000 cells/ml in the first month of lactation. With regard to lameness, the relative risk of premature culling was between 1.0 and 2.0 and was therefore only slightly increased. Only deep claw infections in conjunction with thin soles, horn cracks and interdigital hyperplasia were found to have a high risk of culling (6.9).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Mastitis and lameness in various forms significantly increase the risk of early culling of dairy cows. Due to their high clinical and economic relevance, preventive measures relating to udder and hoof health, as well as integrated veterinary herd management, should be an integral part of herd management.</p><p><strong>Clinical relevance: </strong>Targeted reduction in the incidence of mastitis and lameness can significantly contribute to prolonging the productive lifespan of dairy cows, improving animal welfare, and enhancing the economic efficiency of dairy farming operations. With respect to premature culling, the prevention of clinical udder inflammation is crucial.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 5","pages":"313-323"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149149404","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Surveys on animal health and herd protection management in sheep and goat farms].","authors":"Sarah Schmid, Henrik Wagner, Kerstin Brügemann, Sven König, Axel Wehrend","doi":"10.1055/a-2933-8155","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2933-8155","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Prophylactic measures such as quarantine, vaccinations, preventive examinations, and participation in animal disease monitoring programs are important tools for good animal health monitoring. Although individual aspects of animal health measures in small ruminants in Germany have already been investigated, comprehensive analyses on their frequency and implementation at the farm level are still lacking. In addition, the population spread of wolves in Germany has raised the importance of herd protection measures against this predator. The aim of this study is to assess the current situation and, based on this, to identify options for optimization.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>In collaboration with the Hessian Association for Sheep Breeding/Keeping (Hessischer Verband für Schafzucht/-haltung e.V.) and the Hessian Goat Breeding Association (Hessischer Ziegenzuchtverband e.V.), a questionnaire was developed to assess the situation of sheep and goat farming in Hesse. The questionnaire was made publicly available online and sent to livestock owners in written form. Specific questions were evaluated statistically using the chi-square or Fisher's exact test.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 112 sheep farmers and 66 goat farmers participated in the survey. Around half of the livestock farmers surveyed (50,0% of sheep farmers and 50,0% of goat farmers) purchase animals on a regular basis. More goat farmers (74,2%) than sheep farmers (33,0%) pay attention to whether the animals originate from a farm that participates in animal disease monitoring. 61,0% of sheep farmers and 60,0% of goat farmers quarantine newly purchased animals. This quarantine period lasts between 2 and 4 weeks. Vaccinations are carried out at almost the same frequency on sheep and goat farms (sheep farmers: 43,9%, goat farmers: 48,2%). In more than half of the farms (sheep: 51,4%; goats: 54,2%), deworming of the animals takes place without prior fecal examination. In one-third of sheep farms and one-fifth of goat farms, the same preparation is always used. The majority of the livestock owners surveyed (sheep farmers: 81,0%, goat farmers: 71,2%) are satisfied with the veterinary care they receive. Herd protection measures are only established in just below half of sheep farms (45,5%). The most commonly used measure for this is fencing, with electric fences of various heights (78,1%) being the most popular.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Based on the survey biosecurity is implemented on many farms but applied inconsistently. There is potential for improvement in animal purchasing, vaccination management and parasite control.</p><p><strong>Clinical relevance: </strong>The results of the survey indicate that many of the farms have deficits in the areas of animal health monitoring and disease prevention. These can be minimized by the use of targeted management and veterinary advice.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 5","pages":"324-333"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149149441","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Infectious bronchitis is ubiquitous - insights from 10 years of diagnostics in a poultry practice].","authors":"Leif Heckmann, Norbert Röring, Kristian Düngelhoef","doi":"10.1055/a-2901-4964","DOIUrl":"10.1055/a-2901-4964","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Infectious bronchitis (IB) is a highly contagious viral disease of chickens with global distribution and considerable economic impact. Due to the limited cross-protectivity between certain virus variants, vaccination programs routinely used today require regular evaluation and adaptation. The objective of this study was to describe the incidence and distribution of infectious bronchitis in western Germany and neighbouring regions based on a retrospective evaluation of diagnostic data obtained from flock health monitoring.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A total of 263 molecular diagnostic investigations for IB virus (221 from laying hens, 42 from broilers), conducted between 2015 and 2025, were evaluated retrospectively. Analyses were performed using real-time RT-PCR and supplemented by sequencing in selected samples. The classification of detected variants of infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) as vaccine or field strains was based on vaccination history in combination with sequencing results.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>93.2% of samples tested positive for IBV (laying hens: 93.2%, broilers: 92.9%). The most frequently detected variants were QX and 793B. Multiple variants were detected simultaneously in 111 samples. The proportion of circulating variants remained largely consistent throughout the study period. In broilers, most detected IBV-variants (76.5%) were presumed to be vaccine strains, whereas in laying hens most variants (62.1%) were likely attributable to circulating field viruses. However, a definitive distinction between field and vaccine strains was only possible in a limited number of cases.</p><p><strong>Conclusion and clinical relevance: </strong>The results demonstrate the widespread presence of IB in poultry flocks. QX and 793B have consistently been the predominant variants in the study area (mainly North Rhine-Westphalia, but also adjacent regions) over recent years. However, the high number of simultaneous detections of multiple variants, as well as the frequent uncertainty in distinguishing between field and vaccine strains, emphasize the complexity of IB epidemiology. Therefore, diagnostic results should always be interpreted in conjunction with clinical and anamnestic data as well as additional diagnostic information.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":" ","pages":"334-340"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13652637/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148920957","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Atlantoaxial luxation in a neonatal Warmblood foal].","authors":"Lina Längerer, Claus P Bartmann, Martin Schmidt, Judith Krohn","doi":"10.1055/a-2901-5279","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2901-5279","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Atlantoaxial luxation represents a rare but clinically relevant differential diagnosis in neonatal foals presenting with neurological abnormalities or dysphagia. This case report describes a newborn filly without apparent ataxia, but presenting with a stiff head-neck posture and milky nasal discharge. Clinical examination revealed a compromised general condition and abnormal swelling in the region of the fossa retromandibularis. Radiographic examination confirmed the diagnosis of an atlantoaxial luxation. Due to the poor prognosis the foal was euthanized. This case highlights the diagnostic approach to atlantoaxial luxation and emphasizes the importance of imaging modalities both for ruling out differential diagnoses and for assessing therapeutic options.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 5","pages":"353-360"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149147962","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Retrospective evaluation of equine blood cultures sampled between 2022 and 2024].","authors":"Marie-Louise Geisler, Anton Heusinger, Elisabeth Müller","doi":"10.1055/a-2848-1852","DOIUrl":"10.1055/a-2848-1852","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>In this study, the results of equine blood cultures sampled during the period from 2022 to 2024 were evaluated. Samples were submitted as routine samples by veterinary practices to a veterinary diagnostic laboratory in Germany. The study focused mainly on the differentiation of the bacterial isolates. In order to place the results in a clinical context, the study was complemented by a questionnaire sent to the practices enquiring for sepsis-associated clinical signs.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>The study was carried out retrospectively. A total of 199 blood culture samples submitted by practices located in Germany and other European countries were included into the evaluation. A questionnaire asking for the reason of the individual blood collection and possible presence of sepsis-associated clinical signs was sent to the relevant practices and the returning responses were analyzed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>50.3% (n=100) of the blood culture samples showed a positive result, divided into 71% monomicrobial and 29% polymicrobial samples. Staphylococci were most frequently detected (30.2%), followed by bacteria of the genus Enterobacterales (18.9%). Nearly half of the horses (41.3%) was pretreated with antibiotics at the time of sample collection. Respiratory infection was the most frequently listed reason (17.4%) for initiation of a blood culture analysis.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The results of the present study are comparable to previous studies. The isolates were not classified into clinically relevant pathogens and contaminants, as for the majority of patients only one sampling timepoint was available, making any isolate a potential causative agent for bacteremia.</p><p><strong>Clinical relevance: </strong>Sepsis is not a specific condition, but is based on the clinical findings and the result of the performed blood culture analysis. Considering the duration of a bacteriological culture procedure as well as the commonly critical condition of the patient, availability of data concerning the most frequently occurring pathogens is essential in rapidly initiating adequate treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":" ","pages":"253-261"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13493176/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147843232","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Osteosynthesis of bilateral, displaced incisive bone fracture in a horse.","authors":"Martyna Štakonaitė, Holger Fischer, Souel Maleh","doi":"10.1055/a-2854-9577","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2854-9577","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>A nine-year-old Trakehner mare was presented three days after an episode of severe epistaxis, showing intermittent foul-smelling nasal discharge with feed material and rostral displacement of the upper incisor teeth. Radiographic and computed tomography examinations revealed a complete comminuted fracture of the right side and an oblique complete fracture of the left side nasal processes of the incisive bone and maxillary bone, as well as open fractures of the nasal septum and palatine bone with displacement of the incisor part rostrally and development of an oronasal communication. The fracture was treated by osteosynthesis using a locking compression plate on the left side of the incisive bone and cerclage wire connecting incisors and premolars of the upper jaw on both sides. Pressure on the fracture line during mastication was reduced by adjusting incisor length. Soft tissues of the hard palate were closed with sutures and managed with daily flushing of the oronasal communication. The mare showed good clinical condition during the whole treatment period. 9-week follow-up examination showed good upper jaw stability and cosmesis. CT-examination confirmed proper bone alignment and complete soft tissue healing.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 4","pages":"285-291"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148798158","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[The situation of pregnant and breastfeeding veterinarians in Germany - a qualitative study].","authors":"Lisa Ulmer-Stein, Yves Jeanrenaud, Gabriela Knubben-Schweizer","doi":"10.1055/a-2894-3301","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2894-3301","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study examined the implementation of the Maternity Protection Act for female veterinarians in Germany and analyzed the psychosocial and professional consequences of employment bans, as well as the lack of legal regulations for self-employed women.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Through qualitative, problem-centered interviews, 14 female veterinarians from 5 different professional fields were interviewed about their professional experiences regarding pregnancy and breastfeeding. The interview transcripts were transferred into MAXQDA software for qualitative data analysis and analyzed using Philipp Mayring's qualitative content analysis approach.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Satisfaction with the implementation of the Maternity Protection Act largely depended on the degree of involvement in task allocation. All 8 veterinarians working in curative practice and at slaughterhouses were subject to an absolute occupation ban. Despite early discussions with employers about family planning, the workplace was usually not adapted, as the risks and costs were seen as too high. This often led to negative changes in inter-collegial relationships and a sense of alienation from the profession. Of the 12 veterinarians previously employed in curative practice, all expressed doubts about the compatibility of family and career due to poor working conditions. Seven of them changed their professional field as a result. Female employers reported feeling inadequately advised and uncertain about their responsibilities. Self-employed veterinarians often worked until shortly before birth and resumed work early during the postpartum period, which was perceived as highly stressful.</p><p><strong>Conclusion and clinical relevance: </strong>The focus of this study was on self-determined continuation of work and, alternatively, the necessity for exit strategies. The resulting loss of contact with animals severely damages professional identity. Furthermore, highly qualified women with family aspirations are restricted in their careers and self-determination, despite possessing strong self-protection skills. The strict implementation of maternity protection (\"zero-risk policy\") forces qualified women out of the profession, while employers have little support or alternative solutions. This is especially problematic in light of the ongoing skilled labor shortage.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 4","pages":"262-271"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148798198","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"[Puncture wounds of the equine hoof - a retrospective study of 96 cases - Part 2: Management and prognosis].","authors":"Tilda Leonore Herschel, Karsten Winter, Doreen Scharner","doi":"10.1055/a-2794-3232","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2794-3232","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Subject an aim: </strong>Puncture wounds are a common and potentially life-threatening injury in equine veterinary practice. The aim of this study was to systematically analyze data from horses presenting to the clinic with a puncture wound.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A retrospective study was conducted on patient data from horses with a puncture wound in the period from September 2008 to August 2024. Analyzed data included medical management and surgical treatment, complications, duration and costs of hospitalization, short-term survival rate and treatment success.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 96 horses met the inclusion criteria. Seven of the 96 horses (7.3%) were euthanized after examination and diagnosis, and three others (3.1%) were euthanized during surgery. Treatment was carried out in 86/96 (89.6%) of cases and was performed under general anesthesia in 62/86 (72.1%) of the animals. The surgical procedure consisted of the funnel-shaped enlargement of the solar defect and the debridement of the complete penetrating tract. If the navicular bursa was affected, endoscopic bursal lavage was performed via the puncture tract. Systemic antibiotic treatment was preferably administered in the form of penicillin and gentamicin. Intravenous regional perfusion was undertaken in 39.5% of horses. During hospitalization, 5/96 (5.2%) horses were euthanized due to economic and prognostic considerations. 81/96 (84.4%) horses were discharged from hospital treatment. Of the 81 horses discharged from hospital treatment, 70 (86.4%) were available for follow-up. 64/70 (91.4%) animals were returned to their intended purpose. Horses with injuries to the corium, or digital cushion were reused in 96.3% (26/27), with involvement of the distal phalanx and/or deep flexor tendon in 91.2% (31/34). In the case of synovial involvement, 77.8% (7/9) of the horses were returned to their intended purpose.</p><p><strong>Conclusions and clinical relevance: </strong>Depending on the structures involved and prompt initiation of therapy, the prognosis for puncture wounds is good to excellent. If the navicular bursa is affected, endoscopic lavage via the puncture tract after gentle debridement is an effective treatment method leading to good results.</p>","PeriodicalId":23115,"journal":{"name":"Tieraerztliche Praxis Ausgabe Grosstiere Nutztiere","volume":"54 4","pages":"244-252"},"PeriodicalIF":0.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148798215","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}