Equine Wound Management, 3rd Edition

Equine Wound Management, 3rd Edition

Author/Editor: Christine Theoret and Jim Schumacher

Publication Year: 2017

Overview

Equine Wound Management, 3rd Edition is the definitive, comprehensive reference manual dedicated to the cellular biology, clinical assessment, and advanced treatment of wounds in horses. Edited by prominent veterinary specialists Christine Theoret and Jim Schumacher, this thoroughly updated third edition bridges fundamental tissue healing science with evidence-based surgical and medical interventions. It serves as an essential desktop guide for equine practitioners, veterinary surgeons, and clinical students striving to optimize healing outcomes and minimize scar complications.

Key Topics Covered
Wound Healing Physiology: Comprehensive analysis of the cellular and biochemical phases of tissue repair, inflammation, and regeneration in equine skin and soft tissues.
Assessment & Preparation: Systematic diagnostic protocols for evaluating wound contamination, tissue viability, and infection control in field and hospital settings.
Surgical & Closure Techniques: Practical methodologies for primary, delayed, and secondary closure, skin grafting, and managing complex lacerations.
Advanced Therapeutics & Management: Evidence-based use of dressings, topical agents, biologics, and adjunctive therapies to accelerate healing and prevent exuberant granulation tissue.