A retrospective analysis of the risk factors for surgical site infections and long-term follow-up after transpalpebral enucleation in horses

A retrospective analysis of the risk factors for surgical site infections and long-term follow-up after transpalpebral enucleation in horses

Abstract Background Implants are often used to improve the cosmetic appearance of horses after enucleation of the eye. When surgical site infection (SSI) occurs, the implant will almost always be lost. The aim of this study is to collect data on the risk factors for SSIs and report long-term follow-...

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Main Authors: Tsjester Huppes, Hanneke Hermans, Jos M. Ensink
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-06-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
Subjects:
Horse
Transpalpebral
Enucleation
Risk factors
Surgical site infection
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12917-017-1069-5

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