Equine fluid therapy

- Principles of Rehydration

1-  Correct dehydration, electrolyte, and acid-base abnormalities prior to surgery.

2- Do not attempt to replace chronic fluid losses all at once.Severe dilution of plasma proteins, blood cells and electrolytes may result.

3- Aim for 80% rehydration within 24 hours.

4- Monitor pulmonary, renal and cardiac function closely.