Fluid therapy for diarrheic calves. What, how, and how much.
The pathophysiologic consequences of neonatal diarrhea in calves are presented. A brief discussion of intestinal function, nutrient absorption, and osmolar effects follows. A rationale for appropriate fluid therapy is presented, and comparison of some currently marketed products are made.
D000818:Animals; D000831:Animals, Newborn; D002417:Cattle; D002418:Cattle Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D003967:Diarrhea / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D004734:Energy Metabolism; D005440:Fluid Therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D007408:Intestinal Absorption; D007422:Intestines / Q000503:physiopathology; D010288:Parenteral Nutrition / Q000662:veterinary