Use of Thoracic Catheters to Drain Pelvic Abscesses in Horses: Two Cases

Abstract

Pelvic abscesses occur in horses of all ages and breeds. Although conservative management may be successful, surgical drainage may be necessary for larger abscesses or in case of secondary intestinal obstruction. The purpose of this report is to describe two cases of pelvic abscesses that were successfully drained using indwelling chest tubes, repeated lavages and targeted antibiotic treatment.

Keywords: Epidural; Horse; Pelvic abscess; Pelvic abscess treatment; Thoracic catheter.