Effect of different enema solutions on biochemical variables and the acid-base and electrolyte balance of healthy horses

Authors

  • Ubiratan Melo UNINASSAU
  • Maristela Silveira Palhares EV-UFMG
  • Cíntia Ferreira Faculdade Maurício de Nassau
  • José Monteiro Silva Filho EV-UFMG

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n04a794.1-8

Keywords:

enema, equine, acute abdomen, acid-base balance, electrolytes

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of different enema solutions on the biochemical parameters, acid-base, and electrolyte balance of healthy horses. Fifteen adult horses were used, divided into three groups: group 1 - treated with tap water associated with neuter soap; group 2 -treated with an isotonic solution; and group 3 - treated with tap water associated with vaseline. The effects of enema solutions on subjects varied according to the type of solution infused. The solution of tap water and neutral soap induced metabolic alkalosis and decreased serum concentration of sodium, chlorides, and total calcium.

Published

2021-03-10

Issue

Section

Medicina veterinária

How to Cite

Effect of different enema solutions on biochemical variables and the acid-base and electrolyte balance of healthy horses. (2021). Pubvet, 15(04). https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n04a794.1-8

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