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Recurrent hemoabdomen in a polo pony

Author
Clark, Andrea
Abstract
"Nola," a nine year old Thoroughbred mare, presented to the Cornell University
Equine and Farm Animal Hospital on March 16, 2003 and September 8, 2003 with a
chief complaint of ataxia and weakness, respectively. "Nola" had no other known health
problems and competed successfully at professional polo between these presentations.
Physical examination at both presentations revealed tachycardia and pale mucous
membranes. She had a declining PCV over the first night of both episodes that corrected
within two to three days. Neurological examination in March revealed vestibular and
general proprioception deficits, with neurological examination in September being
normal. Ultrasound examination of the abdomen at both episodes revealed
approximately 20 cm of fluid in the abdomen with an echogenicity characteristic of
blood. No obvious source of the bleeding could be detected via ultrasound exam. As a
definitive diagnosis for the cause of hemoabdomen could not be ascertained, supportive
therapy for blood loss was administered.
The details of this case and the differential diagnoses for hemoabdomen and for
acute onset neurological deficits will be discussed.
Journal/Series
Senior seminar paper Seminar SF610.1 2004 C53
Description
Senior seminar (D.V.M.) -- Cornell University, 2004.
Includes bibliographical references (leaves 11-12).
Sponsorship
Dr. Van Biervliet, Dr. Gardner
Date Issued
2003-10-29Subject
Horses -- Diseases -- Case studies
Type
term paper