Sonographic Appearance of the Late Gestation Equine Fetal Intestine

Variable gestation length in the mare poses a challenge for determination of fetal readiness for birth. Normal parameters to assess equine fetal well-being have been established (Reef.et.al. EVJ. 1996; 28:3:200-208), though few of those parameters accurately determine fetal maturity. In canids and humans, fetal GI tract ultrasonographic character can predict fetal maturity (Zilanti.et.al. Obstetrics Gynecology. 1983; 62:569-573, Goldstein.et.al. Obstetrics Gynecology. 1987; 70:5:682-686, Gil.et.al.

Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - June 23, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: M.E. Agnew, J.A. Slack, D. Stefanovski, J.K. Linton, P.L. Sertich Source Type: research