A report of left dorsal displacement of the large colon in a tropical horse
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2013, Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease
Peer reviewer Saeid Fathi, PhD, Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Tehran of University, Tehran, Iran. Tel: +989125829847, E-mail: [email protected]
Comments This is a neatly designed case report which evaluated the left dorsal large colon volvulus in a tropical horse. Furthermore, this is the first report in Iran. Since it scarcely take place in horse, such report may be an effective approach for volvulus treatment and prevention.
Available online 28 Apr 2013
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