The following article provides an overview of the last 5 years of research and innovation within the field of equine colic surgery, focusing on new techniques, new or recently described lesions, prevention of lesion recurrence or postoperative complications, and updates in prognoses. Early surgical intervention is an important factor in horse survival.
Keywords: Colic surgery; Exploratory celiotomy; Standing flank laparotomy; Survival outcomes.
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